Vigna mungo vs Wisteria sinensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Vigna mungo

Musculoskeletal

Musculoskeletal

Vigna mungo

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Wisteria sinensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

South Asian legume with warming properties in Ayurveda; used for nerve strength and musculoskeletal conditions.

Ornamental Chinese climbing legume; stem used in traditional Chinese folk medicine for joint pain.

Active Compounds

protein, fiber, iron, calcium, B vitamins, polyphenols

wistarin, lectins, flavonoids, tannins

Traditional Uses

nerve weakness, musculoskeletal conditions, sexual weakness, food source

joint pain, rheumatism, numbness, skin conditions

Modern Uses

nerve tonic food, calcium source, musculoskeletal support

anti-rheumatic, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

As food in dal preparations

Stem decoction 9-15g 2x/day

Contraindications

high purine gout, kidney disease (high phosphorus), legume allergy

pregnancy, seeds/pods (toxic), liver disease

Side Effects

bloating, gout flare

GI upset, seed ingestion causes severe toxicity

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E