Photinia serratifolia vs Pansit-Pansitan

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Photinia serratifolia

Musculoskeletal

Peperomia pellucida

Musculoskeletal

Photinia serratifolia

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Pansit-Pansitan

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

East Asian ornamental Rosaceae tree whose bark and leaves are used in Chinese folk medicine.

Philippine and pantropical herb used officially for arthritis, gout, and skin conditions; approved by Philippine Department of Health.

Active Compounds

tannins, flavonoids, phenolics

pellucidine, flavonoids, apiol, dillapiole, beta-sitosterol

Traditional Uses

Joint pain in Chinese folk medicine, Skin conditions, General tonic

Arthritis, Gout, Skin conditions, Anti-inflammatory

Modern Uses

Anti-inflammatory effects, Antioxidant

Anti-inflammatory activity, Analgesic effects, Antioxidant properties, Uricosuric action

Adult Dosage

5-10 g bark or leaf decoction

Herb tea: 2-3 cups daily; topical poultice

Contraindications

Pregnancy

Side Effects

Mild GI upset

Mild GI effects

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E