Minuartia verna vs Lentibularia vulgaris

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Minuartia verna

Respiratory

Utricularia vulgaris

Respiratory

Minuartia verna

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Lentibularia vulgaris

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Alpine herb growing on metal-rich soils; indicator plant with minor folk uses for respiratory conditions.

Aquatic carnivorous plant; used in traditional Asian folk medicine for respiratory conditions.

Active Compounds

saponins, tannins, flavonoids

flavonoids, tannins, saponins, mucilage

Traditional Uses

cough, respiratory conditions

cough, respiratory conditions, skin conditions

Modern Uses

traditional expectorant tea

expectorant, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

2g dried herb as tea 2x/day

3-5g dried plant tea 2x/day

Contraindications

heavy metal contamination from habitat

pregnancy

Side Effects

mild GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E