Trollius europaeus vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Trollius europaeus

Skin and Topical

Vitellaria paradoxa

Skin and Topical

Trollius europaeus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Vitellaria Paradoxa

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

A mountain meadow plant used in Scandinavian and Eastern European folk medicine for skin and wound healing.

West African tree whose seeds produce shea butter, used widely in traditional medicine for skin conditions, anti-inflammatory applications, and food.

Active Compounds

ranunculin, trolliusin, saponins, flavonoids

triterpene alcohols, allantoin, cinnamic acid esters, stearic acid, oleic acid

Traditional Uses

Wound healing, Skin conditions, Anti-inflammatory use

skin conditions, wound healing, inflammation, muscle pain, sun protection

Modern Uses

Topical wound care, Anti-inflammatory research

skin moisturizing, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, UV protection

Adult Dosage

Topical use; 1-2g dried herb as tea

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Contraindications

Fresh plant irritant, Pregnancy caution

allergy to shea

Side Effects

Skin irritation from fresh plant

rare allergic contact dermatitis

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E