Tephrosia Vogelii vs Salvia pratensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Tephrosia Vogelii

Tephrosia vogelii

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Tephrosia Vogelii

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Salvia pratensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

East African shrub used traditionally for fish poisoning, insecticide, and medicinally for skin conditions and parasites; rotenone-containing plant.

European meadow sage with antibiotic properties; used in folk medicine for throat and skin conditions.

Active Compounds

rotenone, tephrosin, deguelin, alkaloids

rosmarinic acid, luteolin, apigenin, ursolic acid, oleanolic acid

Traditional Uses

fish poison, scabies, lice, intestinal worms, skin infections

sore throat, skin infections, wound healing, digestive disorders

Modern Uses

insecticidal, antiparasitic, scabicide

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, astringent, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

Topical leaf paste only; do not ingest

3-5g dried herb or 2-3ml tincture daily

Contraindications

internal use dangerous, pregnancy, children

pregnancy large doses

Side Effects

severe toxicity if ingested, skin irritation

generally safe at therapeutic doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E