Blumea balsamifera vs Chimaphila Umbellata

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Blumea balsamifera

Urinary

Chimaphila umbellata

Urinary

Blumea balsamifera

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Chimaphila Umbellata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Philippine medicinal plant used for kidney stones and urinary conditions; approved Philippine traditional medicine.

Small evergreen subshrub of northern forests used by many Native American tribes for urinary conditions, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Active Compounds

borneol, camphor, blumealin, 5-hydroxy-7,3,4-trimethoxyflavone, dihydroflavones

chimaphilin, arbutin, ursolic acid, tannins, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

kidney stones, urinary tract infections, edema, rheumatism, wound healing

urinary infections, kidney stones, rheumatism, skin conditions, tonic

Modern Uses

lithotriptic, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antifungal

urinary antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, astringent

Adult Dosage

500mg standardized extract 3x daily or 3-6g leaf tea

3–5g dried herb as tea 3x daily or 2ml tincture

Contraindications

pregnancy, children under 2

pregnancy, nursing, kidney disease

Side Effects

generally well tolerated, GI upset

nausea, kidney irritation with prolonged use

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E