Elsholtzia vs Thymus citriodorus

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Elsholtzia

Elsholtzia ciliata

Respiratory

Respiratory

Elsholtzia

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Thymus citriodorus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

An aromatic mint-family herb used in TCM and Vietnamese medicine for summer colds, digestive complaints, and as an antiviral and antibacterial agent.

Hybrid lemon-scented thyme used culinary and medicinally for digestive and respiratory conditions.

Active Compounds

Elsholtziaketon, Rosmarinic acid, Luteolin, Apigenin

geranyl acetate, citral, linalool, nerol, carvacrol, thymol

Traditional Uses

Summer colds with fever and GI symptoms, Food stagnation and bloating, Edema and dampness

digestive disorders, respiratory infections, antimicrobial, culinary

Modern Uses

Antiviral for upper respiratory infections, Digestive aid, Anti-inflammatory

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, carminative, expectorant

Adult Dosage

3-9g decoction or 400mg extract twice daily

3-5g dried herb or essential oil diluted

Contraindications

Avoid in dry-heat conditions without dampness, Use cautiously in pregnancy

pregnancy large doses, thyroid disease

Side Effects

Mild GI discomfort

GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E