Harmal Persian vs Selfheal Herb

Persian traditional medicine uses harmal seeds as a fumigant against evil eye; active MAO inhibitors; also used in Moroccan and Central Asian traditions.

Universal wound herb found on every inhabited continent. Used in TCM, European, and Native American medicine for sore throat, wounds, antiviral properties, and as a general heal-all.

harmine, harmaline, vasicine, quinazoline alkaloids, anthraquinones

rosmarinic acid, ursolic acid, oleanolic acid, hyperoside

Evil eye protection, Mental conditions, Anthelmintic, Uterine stimulant

Wound healing across all cultures, Sore throat treatment, Antiviral infections, Lower blood pressure

MAO inhibitor effects, Antiparasitic activity, Vasodilatory properties, Beta-carboline actions

Antiviral, Anti-inflammatory, Wound healing, Antihypertensive

Seeds burned as incense; tiny amounts in traditional preparations only; not for self-medication

3-5g dried herb as tea or 3ml tincture 3x daily

All MAOI interactions, Pregnancy, Children, Self-medication

No significant contraindications

Dangerous MAOI interactions, Serotonin syndrome risk

Rare allergic reactions in Lamiaceae-sensitive