Swietenia mahagoni vs Embauba Amazonian

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Swietenia mahagoni

Cardiovascular

Cecropia glaziovii

Cardiovascular

Swietenia mahagoni

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Embauba Amazonian

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Caribbean tree with seeds used in folk medicine for hypertension, diabetes, and as a tonic.

Amazonian tree used for hypertension and respiratory conditions.

Active Compounds

swietenine, swietenolide, limonoids, flavonoids

Chlorogenic acid, Flavonoids, Proanthocyanidins, Triterpenoids

Traditional Uses

Antihypertensive use, Antidiabetic herb, Tonic herb

Hypertension, Asthma, Diabetes, Cough, Inflammation

Modern Uses

Blood pressure management, Blood sugar control, Anti-inflammatory research

Antihypertensive, Bronchodilator, Anti-diabetic

Adult Dosage

Seed extract 200-400mg daily

2-4g dried leaf as tea 2-3x daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy caution, Blood pressure medications interaction

Pregnancy, Hypotension, Diabetes meds

Side Effects

Mild GI effects

Hypotension, GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E