Psoralea Seed vs Apricot Kernel Sweet

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Psoralea Seed

Cullen corylifolium

Skin and Topical

Prunus armeniaca dulce

Skin and Topical

Psoralea Seed

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Apricot Kernel Sweet

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

TCM and Ayurvedic herb that tonifies kidney yang and treats vitiligo via psoralen content.

Sweet variety apricot kernel with lower amygdalin; TCM herb for cough, constipation, and skin nourishment.

Active Compounds

psoralen, isopsoralen, bakuchiol, bavachin, corylifolin

fatty acids, vitamin E, oleic acid, amygdalin low, proteins

Traditional Uses

Tonifies kidney yang, Strengthens bone, Treats vitiligo, Warms spleen

TCM cough relief, Skin nourishment topically, Constipation relief mild, Nutritive food

Modern Uses

Vitiligo treatment, Bone density, Psoriasis research

Skin care, Mild laxative, Antitussive, Nutritive

Adult Dosage

6-12g TCM; 40-80mg psoralen extract

4.5-9g decocted; topical as oil

Contraindications

Photosensitivity with UV exposure, Pregnancy contraindicated, Liver conditions

Allergy to tree nuts, Excess amygdalin risk in bitter variety

Side Effects

Photosensitivity, 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