Periwinkle Lesser vs Rosemary Extract

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Periwinkle Lesser

Vinca minor

Nootropic

Rosemary Extract

Rosmarinus officinalis

Nootropic

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Periwinkle Lesser

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Rosemary Extract

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

European ground cover plant used in folk medicine for headaches, cognitive function, and cerebrovascular conditions. Contains vincamine — pharmaceutical parent compound.

Mediterranean herb rich in carnosic acid and rosmarinic acid. Beyond culinary use, rosemary has significant cognitive and circulatory benefits.

Active Compounds

vincamine, vinblastine analogs, reserpine-like, tannins

carnosic acid, rosmarinic acid, carnosol, ursolic acid, camphor, 1,8-cineole

Traditional Uses

Treat headaches and vertigo, Cerebrovascular insufficiency, Memory support, Stop bleeding in folk medicine

Improving memory, Treating digestive complaints, Treating headaches, Treating rheumatism

Modern Uses

Cerebrovascular support, Antihypertensive, Memory enhancement

Cognitive enhancement, Antioxidant protection, Hair growth support, Circulatory improvement

Adult Dosage

20-40mg standardized vincamine extract daily

2-4g dried herb as tea or 500mg extract daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Blood pressure medications (hypotension), Heart conditions

Pregnancy in supplement doses, Epilepsy, High blood pressure, Iron deficiency

Side Effects

Hypotension, GI upset, Flushing

Stomach upset, Allergic reactions, Seizures with essential oil overdose

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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