Juncus effusus vs Tilia Platyphyllos Herb

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Juncus effusus

Nervine

Tilia platyphyllos

Nervine

Juncus effusus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Tilia Platyphyllos Herb

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Wetland rush whose pith is used in TCM and Japanese Kampo to clear heat, calm the mind, and promote urination.

Large-leaved linden with particularly fragrant flowers used in European folk medicine for anxiety, cardiovascular, and cold conditions.

Active Compounds

luteolin, phenolics, sterols, fatty acids

farnesol, kaempferol, quercetin, mucilage

Traditional Uses

Clear heat in TCM, Calm the mind, Promote urination, Heart fire reduction

anxiety and insomnia remedy in European folk medicine, cardiovascular tonic, cold and fever diaphoretic

Modern Uses

Mild diuretic effects, Sedative properties, Anxiolytic

anxiolytic, antispasmodic, diaphoretic

Adult Dosage

1-3 g dried pith decocted daily

2-4g dried flowers as tea 2-3x/day

Contraindications

Deficiency cold per TCM

heart disease - large doses can be cardiotoxic, pregnancy

Side Effects

Generally well tolerated

cardiac effects with excessive use

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E