Grindelia vs Solanum xanthocarpum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Grindelia

Grindelia robusta

Respiratory

Solanum virginianum

Respiratory

Grindelia

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Solanum xanthocarpum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A Western American herb used by Native peoples for asthma, bronchitis, and as an antidote for poison ivy dermatitis.

South Asian thorny nightshade; one of Dashamoola ten roots in Ayurveda; used for cough and asthma.

Active Compounds

Grindelic acid, Diterpene acids, Saponins, Tannins

solasonine, solamargine, diosgenin, alkaloids, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

Asthma, Bronchitis, Poison ivy rash, Urinary infections

cough, asthma, bronchitis, fever, urinary conditions, Dashamoola herb

Modern Uses

Antispasmodic (bronchial), Expectorant, Anti-inflammatory, Topical for dermatitis

bronchodilator, expectorant, anti-inflammatory, respiratory tonic

Adult Dosage

1-3ml tincture 3x daily or 1-2g dried herb as tea

3-5g dried plant decoction 2x/day; 1-2g powder

Contraindications

Heart disease, Kidney disease, Pregnancy

pregnancy, nightshade sensitivity

Side Effects

GI irritation, Renal irritation, Cardiac effects (large doses)

GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E