Osmorhiza longistylis vs Agastache foeniculum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Osmorhiza longistylis

Respiratory

Respiratory

Osmorhiza longistylis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Agastache foeniculum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Anise-scented forest herb used by Native Americans for coughs, digestive complaints, and as eyewash.

North American native prairie herb with anise flavor; used by Plains Indian tribes for cough and fevers.

Active Compounds

anethole, methyl chavicol, coumarins, flavonoids, polyacetylenes

estragole, methyl chavicol, limonene, linalool, rosmarinic acid

Traditional Uses

cough, digestive aid, eye wash, toothache, fever

cough, fever, digestive disorders, heartache remedy, depression

Modern Uses

expectorant, carminative, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial

expectorant, carminative, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant

Adult Dosage

2-3g dried root or 1-2ml tincture daily

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

Contraindications

pregnancy large doses, anticoagulants

pregnancy large amounts, estragole sensitivity

Side Effects

generally safe at culinary doses

generally safe

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E