Cuscuta Seed vs Leptadenia Reticulata

Parasitic plant whose seeds are used as a TCM kidney and liver tonic to replenish essence, brighten eyes, and secure the fetus. Widely used in male and female fertility formulas.

Twining shrub of South and Southeast Asia considered one of the most prized Ayurvedic tonics for vitality, immunity, and lactation support.

kaempferol, quercetin, hyperoside, cuscutine

leptadenol, leptoside, reticulin, quercetin, flavonoids

Replenish kidney essence, Brighten vision, Secure fetus and prevent miscarriage, Treat infertility

vitality tonic, lactation support, immune enhancement, reproductive health, eye conditions

Renal tonic, Osteoporosis prevention, Anti-aging, Immune modulation

galactagogue, immunomodulation, adaptogen, reproductive tonic

9-15g seed decoction or 500-1000mg extract daily

3–5g stem powder or 200mg extract daily

Yin deficiency fire in TCM, Diarrhea from excess dampness

pregnancy high doses, allergy

GI upset, Constipation

mild digestive upset