Paulownia tomentosa vs Eremophila Longifolia

Fast-growing deciduous tree from China with large heart-shaped leaves and fragrant purple flowers, used in TCM.

Shrub widespread across arid and semi-arid Australia used extensively by Aboriginal peoples for coughs, colds, skin infections, and as an analgesic smoke treatment.

paulownin, catalposide, verbascoside, flavonoids, acteoside

verbascoside, eremophilone, sesquiterpenes, phenylpropanoids

Traditional Chinese medicine uses for coughs and bronchitis, Used for skin conditions and liver protection

cough, cold, skin infections, aches and pains, smoke treatment

Respiratory support, Liver protection, Anti-inflammatory action, Antioxidant

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant

Tea from flowers: 5-10g per cup; Extract: 2-3ml 3x/day

Leaf decoction 200ml 2–3x daily or steam inhalation

No specific contraindications established

pregnancy, allergy

Mild gastrointestinal upset possible

mild digestive upset