Clerodendrum serratum vs Enterolobium cyclocarpum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Clerodendrum serratum

Respiratory

Respiratory

Clerodendrum serratum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Enterolobium cyclocarpum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Ayurvedic shrub used for respiratory conditions including asthma, bronchitis, and fever.

Central American national tree of Costa Rica; bark and seed pods used in folk medicine for respiratory and skin conditions.

Active Compounds

clerodendrin, flavonoids, iridoid glycosides, alkaloids

flavonoids, tannins, saponins, alkaloids

Traditional Uses

Asthma in Ayurveda, Bronchitis treatment, Fever reduction, Anti-rheumatic

cough, bronchitis, skin conditions, rheumatism

Modern Uses

Bronchodilatory effects, Anti-inflammatory, Antipyretic

expectorant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial

Adult Dosage

3-6 g root or leaf decoction

Bark decoction 5-10g 2x/day

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Asthma - seek medical advice for severe cases

pregnancy

Side Effects

Mild GI upset

GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E