Maharashtra Tulsi Herb vs Fu Zi Hong Jing Tian

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Maharashtra Tulsi Herb

Ocimum tenuiflorum var. maharashtrense

Adaptogen

Fu Zi Hong Jing Tian

Rhodiola crenulata

Adaptogen

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Maharashtra Tulsi Herb

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Fu Zi Hong Jing Tian

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Holy basil variety revered in Maharashtra as sacred plant used for stress, immunity, and respiratory health.

High-altitude Tibetan and Chinese Rhodiola species distinct from R. rosea; used in Tibetan Sowa Rigpa for altitude sickness, fatigue, and cardiovascular conditions.

Active Compounds

eugenol, ursolic acid, rosmarinic acid, ocimumosides

salidroside, rosavin, rosavins, flavonoids, tyrosol

Traditional Uses

adaptogenic sacred herb in Maharashtra, immune tonic, respiratory support

Altitude sickness, Fatigue, Cardiovascular conditions, Respiratory support

Modern Uses

adaptogenic, immunomodulatory, anti-stress

Adaptogenic activity, Cardioprotective effects, Anti-fatigue properties, Antioxidant support

Adult Dosage

2-4g dried herb as tea 2-3x/day or 300mg extract

200-400mg standardized extract daily; 3-6g dried root decoction

Contraindications

anticoagulants, pregnancy - high doses, thyroid medications

Pregnancy, Bipolar disorder, Stimulant medications

Side Effects

mild blood thinning

Insomnia if taken late, Mild GI effects, Possible stimulant interactions

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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