Capparis spinosa vs Pterocarpus santalinus

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Capparis spinosa

Anti-inflammatory

Anti-inflammatory

Capparis spinosa

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Pterocarpus santalinus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A Mediterranean shrub whose flower buds (capers) have anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and liver-protective properties.

South Indian tree with red heartwood used in Ayurveda for inflammation, skin conditions, and cooling therapy.

Active Compounds

rutin, quercetin, kaempferol, glucosinolates

santalin A, santalin B, pterostilbene, flavonoids, savinin

Traditional Uses

Anti-inflammatory use, Liver tonic, Antidiabetic herb

skin conditions, inflammation, fever, liver disease, diabetes

Modern Uses

Anti-inflammatory research, Liver protection, Blood sugar management

anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, hepatoprotective, anti-diabetic, skin soothing

Adult Dosage

1-3g dried root bark or 5-10 capers daily

1-3g red sandalwood powder as paste or tea 2x/day

Contraindications

Rare allergy, Pregnancy caution

pregnancy, anticoagulants

Side Effects

Rare reactions

skin staining (red), mild GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E