Black Haw vs Loranthus Parasite

Native North American anti-spasmodic closely related to cramp bark. Traditionally used to prevent miscarriage and treat menstrual cramps.

A TCM herb derived from mistletoe parasitizing mulberry trees; tonifies liver and kidney, strengthens bones, and calms the fetus during threatened miscarriage.

scopoletin, salicin, arbutin, tannins, coumarins

Quercetin, Avicularin, Hyperoside, Myricetin

Preventing miscarriage, Treating menstrual cramps, Treating afterbirth pains, Relaxing muscle spasms

Joint pain from liver-kidney deficiency, Threatened miscarriage and restless fetus, Hypertension

Uterine anti-spasmodic, Menstrual pain relief, Muscle relaxation

Anti-rheumatic for chronic joint conditions, Blood pressure support, Fetal stabilization in at-risk pregnancy

2-4g dried bark in decoction

9-15g decoction or 500mg extract daily

Kidney stones, Aspirin allergy, Anticoagulant use

Use cautiously with anticoagulants

Stomach upset, Nausea

Mild GI disturbance