Origanum dictamnus vs Salvia pratensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Origanum dictamnus

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Origanum dictamnus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Salvia pratensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Endemic Cretan herb with legendary healing powers; used for millennia for wounds and digestive disorders.

European meadow sage with antibiotic properties; used in folk medicine for throat and skin conditions.

Active Compounds

carvacrol, pulegone, thymol, trans-sabinene hydrate, linalool

rosmarinic acid, luteolin, apigenin, ursolic acid, oleanolic acid

Traditional Uses

wound healing, digestive disorders, menstrual cramps, childbirth, antimicrobial

sore throat, skin infections, wound healing, digestive disorders

Modern Uses

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, digestive, uterine

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, astringent, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

2-4g dried herb or 1-2ml tincture daily

3-5g dried herb or 2-3ml tincture daily

Contraindications

pregnancy large doses, anticoagulants

pregnancy large doses

Side Effects

GI upset, uterine stimulation

generally safe at therapeutic doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E