Maianthemum racemosum vs Cordyline australis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Maianthemum racemosum

Digestive

Digestive

Maianthemum racemosum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Cordyline australis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A North American forest herb used by Native Americans for digestive, respiratory, and women conditions.

A New Zealand Maori medicinal plant used for digestive conditions, wounds, and as a food source.

Active Compounds

saponins, flavonoids, mucilage

saponins, flavonoids, tannins

Traditional Uses

Digestive conditions, Respiratory use, Women conditions

Digestive conditions, Wound healing, Food source (young leaves)

Modern Uses

Anti-inflammatory activity, Wound care

Adult Dosage

2-3g rhizome as tea

2g leaf as tea; young leaves as food

Contraindications

Pregnancy caution

Side Effects

Mild GI reactions

Mild reactions

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E