Xysmalobium Undulatum vs Lamiaceae Pennyroyal

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Xysmalobium Undulatum

Xysmalobium undulatum

Digestive

Mentha pulegium

Digestive

Xysmalobium Undulatum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Lamiaceae Pennyroyal

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

South African perennial plant used in traditional Zulu medicine and commercially formulated as an antidiarrheal remedy in Germany.

Mint-family herb used in European and Native American traditions for digestive conditions and insect repellent - toxic in high doses.

Active Compounds

uzarin, xysmalorin, pregnane glycosides, cardenolides

pulegone, menthol, isomenthone, terpenes

Traditional Uses

diarrhea, dysentery, digestive cramps, stomachache

insect repellent in European folk medicine, digestive spasms remedy, menstrual stimulant use

Modern Uses

antidiarrheal, antispasmodic, gastrointestinal support

carminative, insect repellent, emmenagogue

Adult Dosage

40mg uzarin extract (standardized) 3–4x daily

Very small amounts only; 1-2g dried herb max

Contraindications

cardiac glycoside therapy, pregnancy, children, digitalis use

pregnancy - abortifacient, liver disease, children

Side Effects

nausea, headache, cardiac effects with overdose

hepatotoxicity, severe toxicity in large doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E