Diospyros kaki vs Eugenia uniflora

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Diospyros kaki

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular

Diospyros kaki

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Eugenia uniflora

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

East Asian fruit tree with medicinal leaves and astringent fruit used in TCM for blood pressure and digestive conditions.

A South American tropical fruit used for antihypertensive, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.

Active Compounds

tannins, luteolin, astragalin, quercetin

anthocyanins, sesquiterpenes, flavonoids, tannins

Traditional Uses

Antihypertensive use, Digestive conditions, Hemorrhage prevention

Antihypertensive use, Antidiabetic herb, Anti-inflammatory use

Modern Uses

Blood pressure support, Antioxidant activity, Anti-inflammatory research

Blood pressure support, Anti-inflammatory research, Antioxidant use

Adult Dosage

Leaf tea 2-3g daily; fruit as food

Leaf tea 2-3g; fruit as food

Contraindications

Unripe fruit very astringent, Diabetes management interaction

Pregnancy caution, Essential oil toxic internally

Side Effects

Constipation from unripe fruit

GI upset at large amounts

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E