Bing Pian vs Origanum Minutiflorum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Bing Pian

Dryobalanops aromatica

Antimicrobial

Origanum Minutiflorum

Origanum minutiflorum

Antimicrobial

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Bing Pian

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Origanum Minutiflorum

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Southeast Asian tree providing borneol crystals used in TCM to open the orifices, clear heat, and resolve toxins; also used topically as an analgesic.

Wild oregano species endemic to Turkey used in traditional Anatolian medicine for respiratory infections, digestive disorders, and antifungal conditions.

Active Compounds

borneol, isoborneol, camphene, pinene, fenchone

carvacrol, thymol, gamma-terpinene, flavonoids, rosmarinic acid

Traditional Uses

Orifice opening, Throat infections, Eye conditions, Pain relief (topical)

respiratory infections, antifungal, digestive disorders, antimicrobial, inflammation

Modern Uses

Antifungal activity, Antibacterial effects, Anti-inflammatory properties, Local analgesic action

antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

Internal: 0.03-0.09g only (very small dose); topical preparations as directed

3–5g dried herb as tea or essential oil 3–5 drops in carrier

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Children internal use, Large internal doses toxic

pregnancy high doses, allergy to Lamiaceae

Side Effects

CNS excitation in excess, Convulsions in overdose

skin irritation from oil, mild digestive upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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