Wedelia trilobata vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Wedelia trilobata

Sphagneticola trilobata

Skin and Topical

Vitellaria paradoxa

Skin and Topical

Wedelia trilobata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Vitellaria Paradoxa

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Invasive tropical Asteraceae used in folk medicine across tropical regions for fever and skin conditions.

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

Active Compounds

wedelolactone, luteolin, kaempferol, sesquiterpenes

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

Traditional Uses

Fever treatment in tropical folk medicine, Skin conditions, Wound healing

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

Modern Uses

Antipyretic effects, Anti-inflammatory, Wound healing

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

Adult Dosage

5-10 g leaf decoction; leaf paste on skin

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Allergic reactions possible

allergy to shea

Side Effects

Skin sensitization

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