Yarrow Yellow vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Yarrow Yellow

Achillea filipendulina

Skin and Topical

Vitellaria paradoxa

Skin and Topical

Yarrow Yellow

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Vitellaria Paradoxa

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Ornamental yellow yarrow species used in Central Asian and Middle Eastern folk medicine for wound healing and anti-inflammatory conditions.

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

Active Compounds

achillin, camphor, beta-pinene, flavonoids, tannins

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

Traditional Uses

Wound healing in Central Asian folk medicine, Anti-inflammatory conditions, Digestive bitter, Fever management

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

Modern Uses

Hemostatic, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Antispasmodic

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

Adult Dosage

2-4g dried herb tea 3x daily; topical compress from infusion

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Contraindications

Allergy to Asteraceae, Pregnancy, Achillea sensitivity

allergy to shea

Side Effects

Contact dermatitis, Photosensitivity, Allergic reactions

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