Hyacinthus orientalis vs Hypericum empetrifolium

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Hyacinthus orientalis

Nervine

Nervine

Hyacinthus orientalis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Hypericum empetrifolium

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Fragrant spring bulb from Eastern Mediterranean, used in traditional Turkish and Persian medicine.

Low shrubby St Johns Wort of the Eastern Mediterranean with tiny heather-like leaves.

Active Compounds

hyacinthin, flavonoids, saponins, volatile oils

hypericin, hyperforin, flavonoids, naphthodianthrones

Traditional Uses

Traditional Turkish and Persian medicine for fever and skin conditions, Used in Ottoman Turkish medicine for respiratory conditions

Traditional Greek and Eastern Mediterranean folk medicine for wounds, Used in Turkish folk medicine for nervous conditions and infections

Modern Uses

Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Aromatic medicine, Mood support aromatherapy

Wound healing, Anti-inflammatory, Antidepressant potential, Antimicrobial

Adult Dosage

Flower tea: 2-3g per cup 2x/day; Aromatherapy

Tincture: 2-4ml 3x/day

Contraindications

Skin contact allergy possible, Bulb ingestion toxic

Pregnancy, Photosensitivity, Drug interactions

Side Effects

Skin sensitization, Gastrointestinal effects from bulb

Photosensitivity, Drug interactions

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E