Ziziphus Spine Date vs Albizia

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Ziziphus Spine Date

Ziziphus spinosa

Nervine

Albizia

Albizia julibrissin

Nervine

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Ziziphus Spine Date

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Albizia

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Premier TCM calming herb used to nourish heart blood, calm shen, and treat insomnia and anxiety. Considered more specifically sedative than Da Zao (red date).

Called the "tree of happiness" in TCM, its bark and flowers are used for depression, anxiety, and insomnia.

Active Compounds

jujubosides A, jujubosides B, saponins, betulinic acid

Saponins (julibrosides), Flavonoids, Tannins, Lignan glycosides

Traditional Uses

Nourish heart yin and blood, Calm shen for insomnia, Treat anxiety and palpitations, Calm the spirit

Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, Trauma/grief

Modern Uses

Anxiolytic, Sleep aid, Antidepressant, Neuroprotective

Anxiolytic, Antidepressant-like, Sedative, Anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

9-18g seed decoction or 500-1000mg extract daily

6-15g dried bark in decoction or 3-5g flowers as tea

Contraindications

No significant contraindications at normal doses

Pregnancy, Sedative medications

Side Effects

Drowsiness, GI upset

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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