Faboideae erythrina vs Cay Hy Thiem

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Faboideae erythrina

Erythrina variegata

Musculoskeletal

Siegesbeckia orientalis

Musculoskeletal

Faboideae erythrina

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Cay Hy Thiem

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Pan-Asian ornamental tree; bark used in Ayurveda and Southeast Asian folk medicine for joint pain and infections.

A Vietnamese herb used for joint pain, hypertension, and as an anti-inflammatory remedy.

Active Compounds

erysotrine, erythraline, alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins

kirenol, siegesbeckin, darutoside, sesquiterpenes

Traditional Uses

joint pain, skin diseases, fever, infections

arthritis, joint pain, hypertension, skin conditions

Modern Uses

muscle relaxant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, sedative

anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antihypertensive

Adult Dosage

Bark decoction 5-10g 2x/day

9-15g dried herb daily

Contraindications

pregnancy, neuromuscular conditions, curare-like alkaloids

pregnancy

Side Effects

muscle weakness with excess, sedation

generally well tolerated

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E