Angelica polymorpha vs Mentha Haplocalyx

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Angelica polymorpha

Respiratory

Mentha haplocalyx

Respiratory

Angelica polymorpha

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Mentha Haplocalyx

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Chinese and Korean Angelica species used in TCM for respiratory and liver conditions.

Aromatic perennial herb native to East Asia used in TCM to disperse wind-heat, clear the head and eyes, and course liver qi.

Active Compounds

praeruptorin A, praeruptorin B, decursin, coumarins

menthol, menthone, menthofuran, pulegone, isomenthol

Traditional Uses

Respiratory conditions in TCM, Phlegm conditions, Liver qi stagnation

wind-heat cold, headache, sore throat, liver qi stagnation, itchy skin

Modern Uses

Expectorant effects, Anti-inflammatory, Calcium channel blocking

antipyretic, decongestant, carminative, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

3-9 g dried root as decoction

3–6g decoction

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Photosensitivity

yin deficiency, infant face application of oil, allergy

Side Effects

Photosensitivity, GI upset

cool sensation in GI, skin sensitization from oil

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E