Fumitory Common vs Temulawak

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Fumitory Common

Fumaria officinalis var.

Liver Support

Curcuma zanthorrhiza

Liver Support

Fumitory Common

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Temulawak

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

European annual weed with adaptogenic blood pressure effects and liver-stimulating fumaric acid.

The most important medicinal herb in Indonesian Jamu tradition, used for liver protection and digestive health.

Active Compounds

fumaric acid, protopine, cryptopine, fumariline, alkaloids

xanthorrhizol, curcumin, germacrone, bisacurone

Traditional Uses

European blood purifier, liver bile herb, skin disease

liver disorders, digestive complaints, skin conditions, fatigue

Modern Uses

liver bile stimulation, blood pressure adaptogen, skin conditions, digestive

hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, choleretic

Adult Dosage

6g dried aerial parts as tea daily

500-1000mg extract daily or 5-15g fresh rhizome

Contraindications

pregnancy, glaucoma, beta-blockers

bile duct obstruction, gallstones

Side Effects

sedation, GI upset, blood pressure changes

generally well tolerated

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E