Securidaca Longipedunculata vs Vitex Payos

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Securidaca Longipedunculata

Securidaca longipedunculata

Respiratory

Vitex Payos

Vitex payos

Respiratory

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Securidaca Longipedunculata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Vitex Payos

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Southern and West African tree used across multiple cultures for respiratory conditions, pain, sexually transmitted infections, and as a powerful purgative.

East and Southern African tree whose fruits resemble olives; bark and roots used for chest conditions, fever, and STIs across traditional medicine systems.

Active Compounds

methyl salicylate, securinine, saponins, tannins, phenolic acids

iridoids, flavonoids, tannins, diterpenoids, ursolic acid

Traditional Uses

Chest conditions, Sexually transmitted infections, Snake bite, Purgative use

Chest conditions, Fever, STIs, Nutritive fruit

Modern Uses

Antibacterial activity, Anti-inflammatory effects, Analgesic properties, Antiviral potential

Antimicrobial activity, Anti-inflammatory effects, Antioxidant properties, Respiratory support

Adult Dosage

Bark powder: 0.5-1g carefully; toxic in high doses

Bark decoction: 1 cup twice daily; fruit as food

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Children, High doses (toxic), Kidney disease

Pregnancy

Side Effects

Strong purgative effect, Toxic in overdose, Abdominal cramps

Mild digestive effects

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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