Equisetum telmateia vs Aster amellus

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Equisetum telmateia

Urinary

Urinary

Equisetum telmateia

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Aster amellus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Largest European horsetail with high silica content; used similarly to E. arvense for mineral supplementation.

European aster used in folk medicine for urinary conditions, skin inflammation, and as diuretic.

Active Compounds

silica, flavonoids, saponins, potassium, manganese

flavonoids, tannins, saponins, sesquiterpene lactones

Traditional Uses

urinary conditions, bone health, hair strengthening

urinary conditions, skin inflammation, wound healing

Modern Uses

silica supplement, diuretic, mineral supplement

mild diuretic, anti-inflammatory, skin care

Adult Dosage

2-3g dried herb tea 2x/day

Contraindications

kidney disease, thiamine deficiency, pregnancy

Asteraceae allergy

Side Effects

thiamine depletion, electrolyte imbalance

contact dermatitis

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E