Field Garlic vs Allium macleanii

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Field Garlic

Allium oleraceum

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Description

European wild allium with medicinal properties similar to domestic garlic, used in European folk medicine.

Central Asian ornamental onion with very large purple spherical flower heads, used in regional folk medicine.

Active Compounds

alliin, allicin, sulfides, flavonoids, minerals

allicin, sulfur compounds, flavonoids, saponins

Traditional Uses

European folk antimicrobial, peasant medicine, field harvest herb

Traditional Central Asian folk medicine for digestive and respiratory conditions, Used in Afghanistan and Tajikistan folk medicine

Modern Uses

antimicrobial, cardiovascular, digestive, nutritive

Antimicrobial action, Digestive support, Cardiovascular protection

Adult Dosage

1-3g dried herb or as food

Dietary use; Tincture: 2-4ml 3x/day

Contraindications

blood thinners, surgery

Blood thinners in excess

Side Effects

GI upset, blood thinning

Gastrointestinal effects

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E