Bellis perennis vs Sanicula europaea

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Bellis perennis

Skin and Topical

Skin and Topical

Bellis perennis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Sanicula europaea

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Familiar European Asteraceae used in folk medicine for wounds, bruises, and respiratory conditions.

European forest Apiaceae used for wound healing, respiratory conditions, and as traditional vulnerary.

Active Compounds

saponins, flavonoids, tannins, inulin

sanicine, allantoin, tannins, saponins

Traditional Uses

Wound healing in European folk medicine, Bruise treatment, Respiratory conditions, Eye complaints

Wound healing in European folk medicine, Respiratory conditions, Internal bleeding, Blood purification

Modern Uses

Wound healing, Anti-inflammatory, Expectorant

Wound healing, Expectorant, Hemostatic

Adult Dosage

3-5 g fresh flowers as tea; 1-2 ml tincture; apply crushed flower to bruises

3-5 g dried herb as tea; apply as wash to wounds

Contraindications

Ragweed allergy, Pregnancy in high doses

Pregnancy in high doses

Side Effects

Allergic reactions

Mild GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E