Euphorbia Pekinensis vs Daphne Genkwa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Euphorbia Pekinensis

Euphorbia pekinensis

Urinary

Daphne genkwa

Urinary

Euphorbia Pekinensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Daphne Genkwa

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Chinese euphorbia used in TCM as a drastic purgative for ascites, edema, and as anticancer herb.

Deciduous shrub used in TCM as a powerful purgative and to expel accumulated water, used cautiously for edema and pleural effusion.

Active Compounds

euphorbin, jolkinol, ingenol, terpenoids

yuanhuacin, genkwadaphnin, syringin, flavonoids, diterpenoids

Traditional Uses

treatment of ascites and edema in TCM, drastic purgative in severe constipation, anticancer research herb

severe edema, pleural effusion, constipation, anthelmintic

Modern Uses

purgative, diuretic, anticancer

diuretic (strong), purgative, anti-edema

Adult Dosage

1.5-3g dried herb in formula only - medical supervision

1.5–3g prepared flower decoction under strict supervision

Contraindications

pregnancy - abortifacient, children, weak constitution, GI ulcers

pregnancy absolutely contraindicated, children, heart/kidney/liver disease, weak constitution

Side Effects

severe diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain

severe toxicity, abortion, hepatotoxicity

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E