Caragana sinica vs Loranthus Parasite

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Caragana sinica

Musculoskeletal

Loranthus Parasite

Taxillus chinensis

Musculoskeletal

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Caragana sinica

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Loranthus Parasite

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

North Chinese legume shrub; root used in TCM for rheumatism, headache, and bone conditions.

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

Active Compounds

flavonoids, isoflavones, alkaloids, tannins

Quercetin, Avicularin, Hyperoside, Myricetin

Traditional Uses

rheumatism, headache, bone pain, hypertension

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

Modern Uses

anti-rheumatic, analgesic, antihypertensive

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

Adult Dosage

Root decoction 10-15g 2x/day

9-15g decoction or 500mg extract daily

Contraindications

pregnancy

Use cautiously with anticoagulants

Side Effects

GI upset

Mild GI disturbance

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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