Sheng Di Huang TCM vs Pterocarpus santalinus

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Sheng Di Huang TCM

Rehmannia glutinosa (raw)

Anti-inflammatory

Anti-inflammatory

Sheng Di Huang TCM

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Pterocarpus santalinus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM raw rehmannia that clears heat and cools blood.

South Indian tree with red heartwood used in Ayurveda for inflammation, skin conditions, and cooling therapy.

Active Compounds

Catalpol, Rehmannioside, Iridoids, Stachyose

santalin A, santalin B, pterostilbene, flavonoids, savinin

Traditional Uses

High fever, Mouth sores, Bleeding, Eczema, Diabetes

skin conditions, inflammation, fever, liver disease, diabetes

Modern Uses

Heat clearer, Blood cooler, Yin nourisher, Anti-diabetic

anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, hepatoprotective, anti-diabetic, skin soothing

Adult Dosage

12-30g in decoction daily

1-3g red sandalwood powder as paste or tea 2x/day

Contraindications

Spleen deficiency diarrhea, Phlegm-dampness

pregnancy, anticoagulants

Side Effects

GI upset, Diarrhea, Bloating

skin staining (red), mild GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E