Myosotis scorpioides vs Polypodium vulgare

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Myosotis scorpioides

Respiratory

Respiratory

Myosotis scorpioides

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Polypodium vulgare

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Marsh herb with historical uses in folk medicine for eye conditions and pulmonary complaints.

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

Active Compounds

mucilage, tannins, flavonoids

ecdysones, saponins, mucilage, tannins, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

eye inflammation, cough, liver complaints

cough, constipation, liver conditions, arthritis

Modern Uses

traditional eye wash, expectorant

expectorant, mild laxative, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

2-3g dried herb tea 2x/day

3-5g dried rhizome tea 2x/day

Contraindications

known allergy

pregnancy, diarrhea

Side Effects

mild reactions

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