Drosera anglica vs Sundew

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Drosera anglica

Respiratory

Drosera rotundifolia

Respiratory

Drosera anglica

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Sundew

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Larger European and North American sundew with similar antitussive properties to D. rotundifolia.

A carnivorous plant that digests insects, whose enzymes have been used medicinally for respiratory spasms and dry cough.

Active Compounds

plumbagin, ramentaceone, flavonoids, tannins

Plumbagin, Droserone, Flavonoids, Proteolytic enzymes

Traditional Uses

cough, asthma, whooping cough

Whooping cough, Dry cough, Bronchitis, Asthma

Modern Uses

antispasmodic, expectorant, antimicrobial

Antispasmodic (bronchial), Antitussive, Antimicrobial, Anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

2-4ml tincture 3x/day

1-2ml tincture 3x daily or 1g dried herb as tea

Contraindications

pregnancy, GI ulcers

Pregnancy, Tuberculosis

Side Effects

GI irritation

GI irritation, Skin irritation (fresh plant)

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E