Saururus chinensis vs Prunus avium

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Saururus chinensis

Urinary

Urinary

Saururus chinensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Prunus avium

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Perennial aquatic herb of East Asia related to North American lizards tail, used in TCM and Chinese folk medicine.

European cherry tree; stalks (peduncles) used as diuretic; bark for cough; fruit highly nutritious.

Active Compounds

quercetin, quercitrin, hyperoside, rutin, flavonoids

amygdalin, malic acid, citric acid, anthocyanins, quercetin, kaempferol

Traditional Uses

Traditional TCM herb San Bai Cao for clearing heat and dampness, Used in Chinese and Korean folk medicine for edema and jaundice

urinary conditions, cough, gout, arthritis, inflammation

Modern Uses

Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Antioxidant, Liver support

diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antitussive

Adult Dosage

Tea: 15-30g per day

5-10g dried cherry stalks as tea or 2-3ml tincture

Contraindications

Pregnancy in high doses

amygdalin in seeds - toxic, kidney disease

Side Effects

Mild gastrointestinal effects

GI upset, seeds toxic

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E