Metasequoia glyptostroboides vs Physalis peruviana

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Metasequoia glyptostroboides

Antioxidant

Antioxidant

Metasequoia glyptostroboides

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Physalis peruviana

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

A Chinese living fossil conifer with antioxidant properties used in folk medicine for anti-inflammatory conditions.

Andean fruit with withanolides; anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties; dried berries as superfood.

Active Compounds

flavonoids, tannins, terpenes

withanolides, physalins, vitamin C, carotenoids, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

Anti-inflammatory use, Antioxidant tonic, Traditional use

cancer support, diabetes, liver conditions, inflammation, food

Modern Uses

Antioxidant activity, Anti-inflammatory research

anti-cancer (withanolides), anti-diabetic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

2g dried leaf as tea

As food; 500mg extract 2x/day

Contraindications

Pregnancy caution

nightshade sensitivity, pregnancy (high withanolide doses)

Side Effects

Mild reactions

GI upset with excess

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E