Lacquer Tree vs Zedoary

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Lacquer Tree

Toxicodendron vernicifluum

Anti-inflammatory

Curcuma zedoaria

Anti-inflammatory

Lacquer Tree

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Zedoary

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

The source of traditional Asian lacquer, whose sap (processed) is used in Korean traditional medicine for cancer and circulation.

A close relative of turmeric used in both Ayurveda and TCM to break up masses, improve digestion, and resolve blood stasis.

Active Compounds

Urushiol, Flavonoids, Fustin, Fisetin

Curdione, Curcumenol, Furanodiene, Zedoarone

Traditional Uses

Blood stasis, Abdominal masses, Parasites, Pain

Blood stasis, Abdominal masses, Digestive stagnation, Pain

Modern Uses

Anticancer research (processed), Anti-inflammatory, Fisetin (senolytic research)

Anticancer research, Anti-inflammatory, Antiplatelet, Hepatoprotective

Adult Dosage

Allergen-free processed extract only under medical supervision

3-9g dried rhizome in decoction or 500mg extract

Contraindications

Urushiol allergy, Pregnancy, Raw/unprocessed form

Pregnancy, Heavy menstruation, Anticoagulant therapy

Side Effects

Contact dermatitis (raw), GI upset, Allergic reactions

GI upset, Allergic reactions

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E