Mentha Haplocalyx vs Lavandula latifolia

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Mentha Haplocalyx

Mentha haplocalyx

Respiratory

Respiratory

Mentha Haplocalyx

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Lavandula latifolia

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Aromatic perennial herb native to East Asia used in TCM to disperse wind-heat, clear the head and eyes, and course liver qi.

Mediterranean lavender with camphor-rich essential oil used for respiratory and pain conditions.

Active Compounds

menthol, menthone, menthofuran, pulegone, isomenthol

camphor, linalool, cineole, borneol, beta-ocimene

Traditional Uses

wind-heat cold, headache, sore throat, liver qi stagnation, itchy skin

respiratory infections, muscle pain, headache, wound healing

Modern Uses

antipyretic, decongestant, carminative, anti-inflammatory

expectorant, analgesic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

3–6g decoction

Essential oil diluted 2-3% in carrier; 2-4g dried herb as tea

Contraindications

yin deficiency, infant face application of oil, allergy

pregnancy internal essential oil high doses, epilepsy

Side Effects

cool sensation in GI, skin sensitization from oil

GI upset internally, skin sensitization with undiluted oil

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E