Difference Between Ewe Abamoda and Ewe Odundun (Photos)

If you’ve ever seen a post about “Ewe Odundun” or “Ewe Abamoda (Miracle Leaf)” on Facebook or Instagram, you’ve probably witnessed the argument that follows.

Someone posts a picture of a leafy green plant and says, “This is Ewe Odundun. It works wonders for ulcers.”
A comment pops up: “This is actually Ewe Abamoda, not Odundun sir.”
The original poster fires back: “Go and do your research well, you will know what I’m saying.”

Or someone admits:

“But whenever I’m asked to use Abamoda, I do go for the Odundun. I thought they were the same. Kai… I’m ignorant.”

And sometimes it’s just raw confusion:

“This is Ewe Abamoda (miracle leaf) abi it’s still known as Ewe Odundun ni?”

It’s not just online… people across Nigeria have been mixing up Ewe Abamoda (Miracle Leaf) and Ewe Odundun for years.

They’re both succulents, they both grow in the bush, and they both have healing uses in Yoruba traditional medicine.

But here’s the thing: they’re not the same plant… and in herbal practice, picking the wrong one can mean your remedy won’t work.

And now, I’ll break down for you:

By the end, you’ll never have to second-guess yourself again — even when someone tries to “school” you in the Facebook comments.

Quick Answer: Ewe Abamoda vs Ewe Odundun

Feature	Ewe Abamoda	Ewe Odundun
Scientific Name	Bryophyllum pinnatum	Kalanchoe crenata
Family	Crassulaceae	Crassulaceae
Leaf Shape	Leaves are thick, fleshy, and soft (succulent-like) and edges sometimes have a purple or reddish tint	Leaves are also fleshy but thicker and tougher than Abamoda and do not have tinted edges
Common Yoruba Uses	Ulcers, asthma, kidney stones, wound healing	Inflammation, skin infections, fever relief
Growth Habit	Upright succulent, can reach 1m+, grows easily from fallen leaves through tiny baby plants growing along the sides	Bushy succulent, grows in clusters, prefers partial shade
English Names	Miracle Leaf, Life Plant	Leaf of Calm

Ewe Abamoda Picture and Ewe Odundun Picture (Side by Side)

Why the Confusion Happens

If you’ve ever argued over plant names in a Facebook group or anywhere else, you know how heated it can get. I’ve been caught in that confusion before, too.

One day, I met a grandma sharing her deep herbal knowledge with me. Despite her years of experience, she pointed to an Odundun leaf and called it Abamoda.

I didn’t want to challenge her… until an elderly man joined us. He smiled, shook his head, and said, “They’re not the same.”
Right there, he plucked both leaves and showed us the difference.

Since that day — even in my dreams — I can easily separate Ewe Abamoda from Ewe Odundun.

But the confusion still lives with many Nigerians, and here’s why it refuses to die:

When Knowing The Difference Between Abamoda and Odundun Matters Most

Some people think the Abamoda–Odundun mix-up is harmless.
After all, they’re both plants, both used in Yoruba traditional medicine — what’s the worst that could happen?

Here’s the truth:
Choosing the wrong one can mean your remedy simply doesn’t work… or works far less effectively than intended.

The real danger?

When herbal advice is passed down without clear plant identification, people waste time, effort, and sometimes worsen their condition, all because of a simple name swap.

Knowing the difference isn’t just nice to know…
It’s a basic skill every herbal user in Nigeria should master.

Answers to Common Questions On Difference Between Ewe Abamoda & Ewe Odundun

Key Takeaway

While Ewe Abamoda and Ewe Odundun can both be found in Nigerian home gardens and are often used for similar remedies, they are not the same.

If you ever see someone on social media mixing it up with another plant or you know someone who might benefit from knowing the difference, share this post with them. It could save them from making the wrong herbal choice.

Next, see the full guides:

These will give you step-by-step instructions and all the elderly ways of making the best use of each herb safely.