Apricot Kernel Sweet vs Stellaria media

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Apricot Kernel Sweet

Prunus armeniaca dulce

Skin and Topical

Skin and Topical

Apricot Kernel Sweet

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Stellaria media

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Sweet variety apricot kernel with lower amygdalin; TCM herb for cough, constipation, and skin nourishment.

Common garden weed with cooling anti-inflammatory properties; widely used for skin conditions and as food.

Active Compounds

fatty acids, vitamin E, oleic acid, amygdalin low, proteins

saponins, flavonoids, coumarins, vitamin C, minerals

Traditional Uses

TCM cough relief, Skin nourishment topically, Constipation relief mild, Nutritive food

eczema, psoriasis, itching, cough, constipation

Modern Uses

Skin care, Mild laxative, Antitussive, Nutritive

topical anti-inflammatory, skin soothing, nutritive food

Adult Dosage

4.5-9g decocted; topical as oil

5-10g fresh herb or 2-3g dried tea 3x/day

Contraindications

Allergy to tree nuts, Excess amygdalin risk in bitter variety

known allergy

Side Effects

Mild GI effects

mild GI upset in large quantities

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E