Scilla bifolia vs Averrhoa bilimbi

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Scilla bifolia

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular

Scilla bifolia

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Averrhoa bilimbi

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A European woodland spring bulb used in homeopathy for cardiac and urinary conditions.

Tropical Oxalidaceae tree used in Malay and Caribbean medicine for hypertension, diabetes, and skin conditions.

Active Compounds

scilliroside, glucoscillaren, homoisoflavones

oxalic acid, flavonoids, saponins, tannins, vitamin C

Traditional Uses

Homeopathic cardiac use, Diuretic herb, Expectorant use

hypertension, diabetes, skin diseases, cough, fever

Modern Uses

Homeopathic preparations, Limited modern use

anti-hypertensive, anti-diabetic, antimicrobial, antipyretic

Adult Dosage

Homeopathic dilution only

Fruit juice 1-2 glasses daily (traditional)

Contraindications

Highly toxic — cardiac glycosides, Pregnancy contraindicated

kidney disease (oxalic acid), kidney stones, rheumatoid arthritis

Side Effects

Cardiac toxicity from raw plant

kidney damage with excess (oxalic acid), GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E