Liriope Spicata vs Polypodium vulgare

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Liriope Spicata

Liriope spicata

Respiratory

Respiratory

Liriope Spicata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Polypodium vulgare

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Tuberous root of creeping lilyturf used in Korean Hanbang and TCM for nourishing yin, clearing heat, and supporting lung and stomach conditions.

European fern used in folk medicine as expectorant and mild laxative; rhizome contains ecdysones.

Active Compounds

steroidal saponins, homoisoflavonoids, polysaccharides, ophiopogonanone

ecdysones, saponins, mucilage, tannins, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

lung yin deficiency, dry cough, dry mouth, constipation, heart fire

cough, constipation, liver conditions, arthritis

Modern Uses

anti-inflammatory, immunomodulation, antidiabetic, antioxidant

expectorant, mild laxative, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

6–12g decoction or 300mg extract

3-5g dried rhizome tea 2x/day

Contraindications

cold damp conditions, diarrhea

pregnancy, diarrhea

Side Effects

mild digestive upset, bloating

GI upset, laxative effect

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E