Allium Ursinum Herb vs Auricularia Auricula

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Allium Ursinum Herb

Allium ursinum

Cardiovascular

Auricularia auricula-judae

Cardiovascular

Allium Ursinum Herb

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Auricularia Auricula

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Wild spring garlic with broad leaves foraged in European forests for cardiovascular, antimicrobial, and spring cleansing purposes.

A culinary and medicinal mushroom used in TCM for cardiovascular conditions and blood thinning.

Active Compounds

allicin, ajoene, flavonoids, adenosine

beta-glucans, acidic polysaccharides, ergosterol, melanin

Traditional Uses

spring cleansing tonic in European folk medicine, cardiovascular protective food, treatment of high blood pressure

blood thinning, cholesterol, cardiovascular health, immune support

Modern Uses

cardiovascular protective, antimicrobial, antihypertensive

antiplatelet, hypolipidemic, immunostimulant, anti-tumor

Adult Dosage

5-10g fresh leaves or equivalent daily

1-3g daily or food amounts

Contraindications

anticoagulants, dangerous look-alikes: lily of valley and autumn crocus

anticoagulant medications

Side Effects

mild blood thinning, GI upset

antiplatelet effects

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E