Nerium oleander vs Auricularia Auricula

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Nerium oleander

Cardiovascular

Auricularia auricula-judae

Cardiovascular

Nerium oleander

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Auricularia Auricula

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Mediterranean ornamental shrub; all parts extremely toxic (oleandrin); historical use in cancer treatment.

A culinary and medicinal mushroom used in TCM for cardiovascular conditions and blood thinning.

Active Compounds

oleandrin, neriine, digitoxigenin, odoroside, saponins

beta-glucans, acidic polysaccharides, ergosterol, melanin

Traditional Uses

cancer (folk), skin conditions (historical), heart conditions (historical)

blood thinning, cholesterol, cardiovascular health, immune support

Modern Uses

cardiac glycoside source, reference only

antiplatelet, hypolipidemic, immunostimulant, anti-tumor

Adult Dosage

Not recommended; potentially lethal

1-3g daily or food amounts

Contraindications

all internal use (lethal), skin contact with sap, burning (toxic smoke), pregnancy

anticoagulant medications

Side Effects

fatal cardiac arrhythmia, GI toxicity, CNS toxicity

antiplatelet effects

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E