Calystegia sepium vs Convolvulus arvensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Calystegia sepium

Digestive

Digestive

Calystegia sepium

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Convolvulus arvensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

European climbing vine; roots used in folk medicine as laxative and for gallbladder conditions.

Widespread weed; roots used in folk medicine for gallbladder conditions and as mild laxative.

Active Compounds

convolvulin, jalapin, alkaloids, tannins

convolvulin, scopoletin, caffeic acid, flavonoids, tannins

Traditional Uses

constipation, gallbladder conditions, liver complaints

gallbladder conditions, constipation, liver complaints, wound healing

Modern Uses

laxative, choleretic

choleretic, mild laxative, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

Root decoction 2-4g 1-2x/day

Root tea 2-3g 2x/day

Contraindications

pregnancy, IBD, intestinal obstruction

Side Effects

GI cramping, laxative effect

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E