He Huan Hua TCM vs Albizia

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

He Huan Hua TCM

Albizia julibrissin (flower)

Nervine

Albizia julibrissin

Nervine

He Huan Hua TCM

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Albizia

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM flower that regulates qi and relieves constraint for depression.

Called the "tree of happiness" in TCM, its bark and flowers are used for depression, anxiety, and insomnia.

Active Compounds

Saponins, Flavonoids, Tannins, Volatile oil

Saponins (julibrosides), Flavonoids, Tannins, Lignan glycosides

Traditional Uses

Depression, Insomnia, Irritability, Poor memory, Constraint

Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, Trauma/grief

Modern Uses

Antidepressant, Qi regulator, Spirit calmer

Anxiolytic, Antidepressant-like, Sedative, Anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

5-10g dried flower in decoction daily

6-15g dried bark in decoction or 3-5g flowers as tea

Contraindications

Pregnancy

Pregnancy, Sedative medications

Side Effects

Drowsiness, Mild GI upset

Drowsiness, GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E