Catalpa bignonioides vs Chamomile

Large deciduous tree of southeastern North America with heart-shaped leaves and white flowers, used in folk medicine.

Chamomile is one of the most widely consumed herbal teas in the world, known for its gentle calming and digestive properties. It has been used medicinally for thousands of years across Egyptian, Greek, and Roman civilizations. Its mild flavor and safety profile make it suitable for all ages.

catalposide, catalpol, flavonoids, tannins, aucubin

Apigenin, Bisabolol, Chamazulene, Matricin, Luteolin

Traditional use by Native Americans as anthelmintic, Used as sedative and for skin conditions

Sleep aid, Digestive soother, Anxiety relief, Wound healing, Eye inflammation treatment

Anthelmintic action, Sedative properties, Skin condition treatment, Antimicrobial

Insomnia, Irritable bowel syndrome, Anxiety and stress, Skin inflammation, Oral mucositis

Bark tea: 1-2 tsp per cup 2x/day

1-4 cups tea daily, or 220-1100mg capsule daily

Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, Children, CNS depressants

Allergy to daisy family (Asteraceae), Concurrent use with blood thinners

Sedation, Gastrointestinal upset

Allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, Nausea at high doses, Drowsiness, Contact dermatitis