Oroxylum Indicum vs Eucalyptus Polybractea

Large deciduous tree of South and Southeast Asia used extensively in Ayurveda and Thai traditional medicine for respiratory, anti-inflammatory, and bone-healing conditions.

Australian mallee eucalyptus species highest in 1,8-cineole content used by Aboriginal peoples and in aromatherapy for respiratory conditions.

baicalein, chrysin, biochanin A, oroxin A, oroxin B

1,8-cineole, alpha-pinene, limonene, globulol, flavonoids

respiratory infections, asthma, joint disorders, bone fractures, fever

respiratory infections, cough, fever, antiseptic, muscle pain

anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, respiratory support, bone healing

expectorant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, decongestant

3–5g bark or seed powder daily

2–4 drops in steam inhalation or diluted topically

pregnancy, excessive use, anticoagulants

infant application on face, epilepsy, allergy to eucalyptus

nausea, gastric irritation

skin irritation, respiratory irritation if undiluted