Epithelantha micromeris vs Dang Gui Jian Zhong

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Epithelantha micromeris

Adaptogen

Angelica sinensis combination

Adaptogen

Epithelantha micromeris

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Dang Gui Jian Zhong

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Small Chihuahuan desert cactus with tiny white spines, used by indigenous peoples of the region for medicine.

Classical Kampo formula combining Angelica with middle-building herbs; used in Kampo for abdominal cold with deficiency and exhaustion.

Active Compounds

hordenine, tyramine, flavonoids

ligustilide, ferulic acid, maltose, peony glycosides

Traditional Uses

Traditional desert Native American medicine for fatigue and pain, Used by Tarahumara people for strength and endurance

Abdominal cold pain in Kampo, Deficiency exhaustion and fatigue, Post-illness recovery, Classic Japanese Kampo for middle burner cold

Modern Uses

Traditional energy tonic, Anti-fatigue, Analgesic, Antimicrobial

Antispasmodic, Analgesic for abdominal pain, Adaptogen, Digestive tonic

Adult Dosage

Traditional preparations; no established dosage

Traditional Kampo decoction as directed by practitioner

Contraindications

No specific contraindications established

Pregnancy, Bleeding disorders

Side Effects

Mild stimulant effects

GI upset, Blood thinning from Dang Gui component

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E