Heather vs Goldenrod Solidago

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Heather

Calluna vulgaris

Urinary

Goldenrod Solidago

Solidago virgaurea

Urinary

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Heather

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Goldenrod Solidago

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Iconic Scottish and European moorland shrub used in traditional folk medicine for urinary infections, arthritis, cough, and insomnia. Sacred to Celtic peoples.

European goldenrod, one of the most important urinary herbs in traditional European medicine. Used for urinary infections, kidney stones, edema, and wound healing.

Active Compounds

arbutin, flavonoids, tannins, usnic acid

leiocarposide, virgaureosides, rutin, quercetin

Traditional Uses

Treat urinary infections, Arthritis and rheumatism, Insomnia treatment, Celtic ceremonial herb

Treat urinary infections, Kidney stone flushing, Edema reduction, Wound healing

Modern Uses

Diuretic, Urinary antiseptic, Anti-inflammatory, Sedative mild

Diuretic, Urinary antiseptic, Anti-inflammatory, Antilithic

Adult Dosage

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

6-12g dried herb as tea or 3ml tincture 3x daily

Contraindications

Kidney disease, Pregnancy

Edema from cardiac or renal failure, Kidney disease

Side Effects

Diuretic effects, Rare allergic reactions

Diuretic effects, Rare allergic reactions in Asteraceae-sensitive

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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