Gou Ji vs Clematis chinensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Gou Ji

Cibotium barometz

Musculoskeletal

Musculoskeletal

Gou Ji

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Clematis chinensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM tree fern used to strengthen the Kidney and lower back; prescribed for weakness of the lumbar spine, incontinence, and vaginal discharge.

TCM wind-damp expelling herb for joint conditions and fish bone obstruction in throat.

Active Compounds

cibotium barometz saponins, starch, tannic acid, fatty acids

clematichinenoside AR, anemonin, protoanemonin, hederasaponin B, oleanolic acid

Traditional Uses

Lower back weakness, Knee pain, Urinary incontinence, Vaginal discharge

rheumatic pain, joint stiffness, fish bone stuck in throat, swelling

Modern Uses

Anti-inflammatory activity, Antioxidant properties, Analgesic effects, Protective effects on joints

anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antifungal, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

9-15g dried rhizome daily; 500mg extract twice daily

6-9g dried root or 300mg extract daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy (urinary-strengthening may affect fetus), Excess heat

pregnancy, weak constitution, GI ulcers

Side Effects

Minimal effects at recommended doses

GI irritation, skin irritation from fresh plant

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E