Shirish vs Lentibularia vulgaris

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Shirish

Albizia lebbeck

Respiratory

Utricularia vulgaris

Respiratory

Shirish

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Lentibularia vulgaris

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Large deciduous tree used in Ayurveda for respiratory allergies, skin conditions, and as an antitoxic herb.

Aquatic carnivorous plant; used in traditional Asian folk medicine for respiratory conditions.

Active Compounds

saponins, tannins, albizia saponins, flavonoids, D-pinitol

flavonoids, tannins, saponins, mucilage

Traditional Uses

Allergy treatment, Asthma relief, Snake bite antidote, Skin disorders

cough, respiratory conditions, skin conditions

Modern Uses

Anti-allergic activity, Mast cell stabilization, Anti-inflammatory effects, Antimicrobial properties

expectorant, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

2-4g bark powder daily; 500mg extract twice daily

3-5g dried plant tea 2x/day

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Autoimmune conditions

pregnancy

Side Effects

Mild digestive disturbance, Drowsiness in some

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