Pandanus Root vs Betula Pendula Bark

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Pandanus Root

Pandanus tectorius

Urinary

Betula pendula

Urinary

Pandanus Root

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Betula Pendula Bark

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

The roots of the coastal pandanus tree used across the Pacific for urinary conditions and inflammation.

Bark and leaves of the silver birch tree used in Northern European traditional medicine as a diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and skin herb.

Active Compounds

beta-sitosterol, essential oils, tannins, flavonoids

betulin, betulinic acid, lupeol, tannins, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

urinary conditions, edema, fever, rheumatism

urinary infections, edema, rheumatism, skin conditions, fever

Modern Uses

diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic

diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antitumor research

Adult Dosage

15-30g roots daily as tea

4–6g dried leaves as tea 3x daily or 300mg betulin extract

Contraindications

pregnancy

kidney disease, edema from heart/kidney failure, pregnancy high doses

Side Effects

generally well tolerated

increased urination, mild digestive upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E