Shi Chang Pu vs Sweet Flag Chinese

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Shi Chang Pu

Acorus tatarinowii

Nootropic

Sweet Flag Chinese

Acorus calamus var. triploid

Nootropic

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Shi Chang Pu

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Sweet Flag Chinese

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM aromatic herb that opens orifices and clears the mind.

Eurasian wetland plant used in Ayurveda and TCM for cognitive enhancement, digestive conditions, and nervous system support; beta-asarone content requires caution.

Active Compounds

Alpha-asarone, Beta-asarone, Volatile oils

beta-asarone, alpha-asarone, acorin, acoradin, eugenol

Traditional Uses

Mental confusion, Memory loss, Epilepsy

Cognitive enhancement, Digestive disorders, Epilepsy, Mental conditions

Modern Uses

Cognitive enhancer, Anti-epileptic, Aromatic stimulant

Nootropic effects, Digestive enzyme stimulation, Antispasmodic properties, Antibacterial activity

Adult Dosage

3-6g in decoction daily

1-3g powder daily (triploid variety preferred); 1-2ml tincture

Contraindications

Yin deficiency with heat

Pregnancy, Cancer risk beta-asarone, Long-term use, Children

Side Effects

Nausea, Vomiting at high doses

Carcinogenicity from beta-asarone, Nausea, Vomiting

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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