Stereospermum Suaveolens vs Vitex Payos

Medium-sized tree of the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, one of the Dashamoola herbs in Ayurveda used for respiratory, vata, and inflammatory conditions.

East and Southern African tree whose fruits resemble olives; bark and roots used for chest conditions, fever, and STIs across traditional medicine systems.

scutellarein, hispidulin, sterols, tannins

iridoids, flavonoids, tannins, diterpenoids, ursolic acid

respiratory disorders, vata conditions, inflammation, fever, cardiac tonic

Chest conditions, Fever, STIs, Nutritive fruit

anti-inflammatory, respiratory support, cardiotonic, antioxidant

Antimicrobial activity, Anti-inflammatory effects, Antioxidant properties, Respiratory support

3–6g root bark powder daily

Bark decoction: 1 cup twice daily; fruit as food

pregnancy high doses, allergy

Pregnancy

mild digestive upset

Mild digestive effects