Hawthorn Leaf Flower Berry vs Allium stipitatum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Hawthorn Leaf Flower Berry

Crataegus oxyacantha

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular

Hawthorn Leaf Flower Berry

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Allium stipitatum

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Full spectrum hawthorn product combining leaves, flowers, and berries for maximum cardiovascular benefit.

Persian shallot used extensively in Iranian traditional medicine and cuisine; powerful antimicrobial.

Active Compounds

oligomeric proanthocyanidins, hyperoside, vitexin-rhamnoside, chlorogenic acid, quercetin

allicin, quercetin, isorhamnetin, sulfur compounds, saponins

Traditional Uses

European cardiac tonic full spectrum, Heart failure support, Hypertension, Atherosclerosis prevention

cardiovascular, antimicrobial, digestive, hypertension

Modern Uses

Cardiac insufficiency, Blood pressure regulation, Antioxidant, Coronary blood flow

antioxidant, antimicrobial, antihypertensive, antidiabetic

Adult Dosage

300-900mg standardized extract 3x daily

10-30g fresh plant or 500mg extract daily

Contraindications

Cardiac medications interaction, Hypotension with medications

anticoagulants excess

Side Effects

GI upset, Headache, Dizziness

generally safe as food

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E