Knautia Arvensis Herb vs Stellaria media

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Knautia Arvensis Herb

Knautia arvensis

Skin and Topical

Skin and Topical

Knautia Arvensis Herb

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Stellaria media

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

European meadow herb used in folk medicine for skin conditions, fever, and respiratory conditions.

Common garden weed with cooling anti-inflammatory properties; widely used for skin conditions and as food.

Active Compounds

caffeic acid, chlorogenic acid, flavonoids, tannins

saponins, flavonoids, coumarins, vitamin C, minerals

Traditional Uses

skin disease treatment in European folk medicine, fever treatment, treatment of bronchitis and coughs

eczema, psoriasis, itching, cough, constipation

Modern Uses

anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, expectorant

topical anti-inflammatory, skin soothing, nutritive food

Adult Dosage

2-4g dried herb as tea or tincture

5-10g fresh herb or 2-3g dried tea 3x/day

Contraindications

pregnancy

known allergy

Side Effects

rare GI upset

mild GI upset in large quantities

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E