Nandina Domestica Herb vs Eremophila Longifolia

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Nandina Domestica Herb

Nandina domestica

Respiratory

Eremophila Longifolia

Eremophila longifolia

Respiratory

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Nandina Domestica Herb

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Eremophila Longifolia

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Japanese garden shrub used in Kampo medicine for respiratory conditions and fruit antitussive properties.

Shrub widespread across arid and semi-arid Australia used extensively by Aboriginal peoples for coughs, colds, skin infections, and as an analgesic smoke treatment.

Active Compounds

nantenine, berberine, domesticine, alkaloids

verbascoside, eremophilone, sesquiterpenes, phenylpropanoids

Traditional Uses

cough suppressant in Japanese Kampo medicine, treatment of respiratory infections, ornamental sacred plant

cough, cold, skin infections, aches and pains, smoke treatment

Modern Uses

antitussive, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant

Adult Dosage

3-6g dried fruit as tea

Leaf decoction 200ml 2–3x daily or steam inhalation

Contraindications

pregnancy, children - alkaloid toxicity

pregnancy, allergy

Side Effects

GI upset, mild sedation

mild digestive upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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