Solanum americanum vs Dicranostigma leptopodum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Solanum americanum

Liver Support

Liver Support

Solanum americanum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Dicranostigma leptopodum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Pantropical weed closely related to S. nigrum; leaves used similarly in traditional medicine across Africa and Asia.

Tibetan Papaveraceae herb used in Tibetan Sowa Rigpa medicine for liver and skin conditions.

Active Compounds

solanine, solanidine, glycoalkaloids, polyphenols, saponins

alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins

Traditional Uses

liver conditions, fever, skin diseases, diuretic

liver conditions, skin diseases, fever

Modern Uses

hepatoprotective, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory

hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic

Adult Dosage

Leaf decoction 5-10g 2x/day

3-5g dried herb tea 2x/day

Contraindications

pregnancy, raw consumption, large doses

pregnancy, liver disease

Side Effects

solanine toxicity, GI upset

GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E