Vitex doniana vs Salvia pratensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Vitex doniana

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Vitex doniana

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Salvia pratensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

West African Vitex tree whose leaves, bark, and fruit are used in traditional medicine for malaria, fever, and anemia.

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

Active Compounds

iridoid glycosides, flavonoids, tannins, saponins

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

Traditional Uses

Malaria treatment in West African medicine, Fever reduction, Anemia treatment, Wound healing

sore throat, skin infections, wound healing, digestive disorders

Modern Uses

Antimalarial effects, Anti-inflammatory, Iron-rich nutritive

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, astringent, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

10-20 g bark or leaf decoction

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

Contraindications

Pregnancy

pregnancy large doses

Side Effects

Mild GI upset

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