Genista tinctoria vs Ceterach Officinarum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Genista tinctoria

Urinary

Ceterach Officinarum

Asplenium ceterach

Urinary

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Genista tinctoria

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Ceterach Officinarum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

European shrub with isoflavones and sparteine; traditional diuretic and lymphatic herb.

Small fern found in rocky habitats across Europe and North Africa used in traditional European herbal medicine for kidney stones and respiratory conditions.

Active Compounds

genistein, daidzein, sparteine, tannins, flavonoids

tannins, mucilage, flavonoids, iron compounds

Traditional Uses

urinary conditions, lymph congestion, gout, rheumatism, diuretic

kidney stones, urinary conditions, respiratory mucus, cough, diuretic

Modern Uses

diuretic, anti-rheumatic, phytoestrogen source

antilithic, diuretic, expectorant, astringent

Adult Dosage

2-4ml tincture 2x/day; 2-3g dried herb tea

5g dried frond as tea 3x daily

Contraindications

pregnancy (sparteine), hormone-sensitive conditions, kidney disease

pregnancy, excessive use

Side Effects

uterine stimulation, estrogenic effects, GI upset

mild digestive upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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