Tomatillo Husk vs Kayu Manis Jamu

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Tomatillo Husk

Physalis ixocarpa

Metabolic

Cinnamomum burmanii

Metabolic

Tomatillo Husk

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Kayu Manis Jamu

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

The papery husks of tomatillos used in Mexican folk medicine for cancer support and diabetes.

Indonesian cinnamon variety used in Jamu for diabetes management, digestive support, and warming the body.

Active Compounds

physalins, withanolides, fatty acids, flavonoids

cinnamaldehyde, coumarin, procyanidins, eugenol

Traditional Uses

diabetes, cancer support, fever reduction

diabetes, cold conditions, digestive weakness

Modern Uses

hypoglycemic, anti-tumor, antipyretic

hypoglycemic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, warming

Adult Dosage

3-9g dried husks as tea daily

1-6g dried bark daily

Contraindications

nightshade allergy

liver disease with high doses, coumarin sensitivity

Side Effects

generally well tolerated

liver toxicity with excessive coumarin

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E