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Melodinus suaveolens

Skin and Topical

PregnancyNursing

Last updated Mar 30, 2026

Description

Vine of eastern Australia with fragrant flowers and melon-like fruits, used in Aboriginal Australian medicine.

Active Compounds

melodininemelodinealkaloidsflavonoids

Traditional Uses

Traditional Aboriginal Australian medicine for skin conditions
Used in Queensland folk medicine for pain

Modern Uses

Antimicrobial activity
Anti-inflammatory
Traditional skin medicine

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: topical, tea
Adult Dose: Topical leaf preparations for skin; tea from leaves with caution
Child Dose: Not well established for children
Preparation Notes: Limited scientific research; primarily traditional use

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

Pregnancy
Children

Possible Side Effects

Alkaloid effects at high doses

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Melodinus suaveolens

Description

Active Compounds

Traditional Uses

Modern Uses

Contraindications

Possible Side Effects