Ceterach Officinarum vs Prunus avium

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Ceterach Officinarum

Asplenium ceterach

Urinary

Prunus avium

Urinary

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Ceterach Officinarum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Prunus avium

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Small fern found in rocky habitats across Europe and North Africa used in traditional European herbal medicine for kidney stones and respiratory conditions.

European cherry tree; stalks (peduncles) used as diuretic; bark for cough; fruit highly nutritious.

Active Compounds

tannins, mucilage, flavonoids, iron compounds

amygdalin, malic acid, citric acid, anthocyanins, quercetin, kaempferol

Traditional Uses

kidney stones, urinary conditions, respiratory mucus, cough, diuretic

urinary conditions, cough, gout, arthritis, inflammation

Modern Uses

antilithic, diuretic, expectorant, astringent

diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antitussive

Adult Dosage

5g dried frond as tea 3x daily

5-10g dried cherry stalks as tea or 2-3ml tincture

Contraindications

pregnancy, excessive use

amygdalin in seeds - toxic, kidney disease

Side Effects

mild digestive upset

GI upset, seeds toxic

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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