Are Clerodendrum Bungei and Perilla Frutescens in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Lamiaceae.

Can you substitute Clerodendrum Bungei for Perilla Frutescens?

They share the Lamiaceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Clerodendrum Bungei vs Perilla Frutescens

Clerodendrum bungei · Perilla frutescens

Clerodendrum Bungei

Clerodendrum bungei

T Traditional Use

Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Clerodendrum
Primary use: medicinal

Clerodendrum bungei, commonly known as rose glory bower, glory flower or Mexican hydrangea, is a species of flowering plant in the deadnettle family, Lamiaceae. Native to China, it is commonly grown in gardens as an ornamental shrub. It has escaped from cultivation and is natural…

Perilla Frutescens

Perilla frutescens

T Traditional Use

Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Perilla
Primary use: medicinal

Perilla frutescens, known as deulkkae or Korean perilla in Korea, as egoma in Japan, and as zisu in China, is a species of Perilla in the mint family Lamiaceae. It is an annual plant native to Southeast Asia and Indian highlands, and is traditionally grown in the Korean peninsula…

At a glance

· Both in Lamiaceae, but different genera (Clerodendrum vs Perilla).
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Clerodendrum Bungei: T; Perilla Frutescens: T.