Tian Hua Fen vs Eremophila Longifolia

TCM herb used to clear heat and generate fluid; used for thirst, lung heat cough, breast conditions, and historically for abortion (unsafe, professional only).

Shrub widespread across arid and semi-arid Australia used extensively by Aboriginal peoples for coughs, colds, skin infections, and as an analgesic smoke treatment.

trichosanthin, trichosanthes polysaccharides, amino acids, sterols, cucurbitacins

verbascoside, eremophilone, sesquiterpenes, phenylpropanoids

Thirst from heat, Lung heat cough, Breast conditions, Diabetes support

cough, cold, skin infections, aches and pains, smoke treatment

Anti-inflammatory activity, Antiviral effects, Hypoglycemic properties, Immunomodulation

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant

9-15g dried root daily; 500mg extract

Leaf decoction 200ml 2–3x daily or steam inhalation

Pregnancy (abortifacient), Cold conditions, Spleen deficiency

pregnancy, allergy

Nausea, Diarrhea, Pregnancy risk

mild digestive upset