Aster tataricus vs Solanum xanthocarpum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Aster tataricus

Respiratory

Solanum virginianum

Respiratory

Aster tataricus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Solanum xanthocarpum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM herb for chronic cough and lung conditions; moistens lung and directs lung qi downward.

South Asian thorny nightshade; one of Dashamoola ten roots in Ayurveda; used for cough and asthma.

Active Compounds

astersaponin, aster saponins, shionone, prosaponin, inulin, flavonoids

solasonine, solamargine, diosgenin, alkaloids, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

chronic cough, asthma, hemoptysis, lung deficiency, bronchitis

cough, asthma, bronchitis, fever, urinary conditions, Dashamoola herb

Modern Uses

antitussive, expectorant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial

bronchodilator, expectorant, anti-inflammatory, respiratory tonic

Adult Dosage

5-9g dried root or 300mg extract daily

3-5g dried plant decoction 2x/day; 1-2g powder

Contraindications

lung heat with excess phlegm without deficiency

pregnancy, nightshade sensitivity

Side Effects

GI upset, generally safe at therapeutic doses

GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E