Jue Ming Zi vs Allium stipitatum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Jue Ming Zi

Cassia obtusifolia

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular

Jue Ming Zi

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Allium stipitatum

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Seeds used in TCM to clear liver heat, improve vision, moisten the intestines, and treat hypertension and constipation.

Persian shallot used extensively in Iranian traditional medicine and cuisine; powerful antimicrobial.

Active Compounds

chrysophanol, emodin, obtusin, chrysoobtusin, naphthopyrone glycosides

allicin, quercetin, isorhamnetin, sulfur compounds, saponins

Traditional Uses

liver heat, red eyes, hypertension, constipation, headache

cardiovascular, antimicrobial, digestive, hypertension

Modern Uses

antihypertensive, laxative, cholesterol reduction, eye health

antioxidant, antimicrobial, antihypertensive, antidiabetic

Adult Dosage

9–15g dry-fried seeds as tea

10-30g fresh plant or 500mg extract daily

Contraindications

pregnancy, diarrhea, hypotension

anticoagulants excess

Side Effects

loose stools, diarrhea with high doses, hypotension

generally safe as food

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E