Cat Thyme vs Juniperus phoenicea

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Cat Thyme

Teucrium marum

Respiratory

Respiratory

Cat Thyme

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Juniperus phoenicea

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A small Mediterranean shrub that drives cats wild (like catnip) and was traditionally used as a stimulant and decongestant.

A Mediterranean juniper used in folk medicine for respiratory and digestive conditions.

Active Compounds

Dolichodial, Marumisin, Volatile oils, Tannins

alpha-pinene, sabinene, terpenes, tannins

Traditional Uses

Nasal polyps, Congestion, Sneezing remedy, Digestive tonic

Respiratory conditions, Digestive tonic, Anti-inflammatory herb

Modern Uses

Decongestant, Anti-inflammatory, Primarily used in homeopathy now

Anti-inflammatory research, Antimicrobial activity

Adult Dosage

1-2g dried herb as tea; primarily homeopathic use

Berry tea 1-2g; essential oil diluted

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Liver disease (Teucrium genus)

Pregnancy caution, Renal disease avoid

Side Effects

GI upset, Potential hepatotoxicity (Teucrium genus)

Kidney irritation at excess

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E