Persian Fenugreek vs Murraya koenigii

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Persian Fenugreek

Trigonella foenum-graecum var. persica

Metabolic

Metabolic

Persian Fenugreek

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Murraya koenigii

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Persian variety of fenugreek central to Unani and Persian medicine for blood sugar, digestion, and male health.

South Asian culinary herb with significant anti-diabetic, anti-oxidant, and cholesterol-lowering properties.

Active Compounds

diosgenin, trigonelline, 4-hydroxyisoleucine, galactomannan

carbazole alkaloids, mahanine, koenimbine, flavonoids, phenolic acids

Traditional Uses

blood sugar treatment in Unani medicine, digestive strengthener, male virility tonic

diabetes, hair loss, digestion, anemia, diarrhea

Modern Uses

hypoglycemic, galactagogue, digestive

anti-diabetic, cholesterol lowering, hair growth, digestive stimulant

Adult Dosage

5-30g seeds daily or 600mg extract

Fresh leaves daily as food; 1-2g powder 2x/day

Contraindications

pregnancy - uterine stimulant, warfarin interaction

hypoglycemia medications, anticoagulants

Side Effects

maple syrup body odor, hypoglycemia

hypoglycemia with high doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E