Prunus Amygdalus Herb vs Stellaria media

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Prunus Amygdalus Herb

Prunus dulcis

Skin and Topical

Skin and Topical

Description

Almond tree whose cold-pressed seed oil is widely used in Ayurvedic and European folk medicine for skin nourishment and laxative.

Common garden weed with cooling anti-inflammatory properties; widely used for skin conditions and as food.

Active Compounds

oleic acid, linoleic acid, tocopherols, amygdalin trace

saponins, flavonoids, coumarins, vitamin C, minerals

Traditional Uses

skin moisturizer in Ayurvedic folk medicine, mild laxative treatment, nutritional food herb

eczema, psoriasis, itching, cough, constipation

Modern Uses

emollient, mild laxative, nutritive

topical anti-inflammatory, skin soothing, nutritive food

Adult Dosage

Topical oil freely; 5-10ml oil orally as laxative

5-10g fresh herb or 2-3g dried tea 3x/day

Contraindications

nut allergy - allergenic, tree nut allergy

known allergy

Side Effects

allergic reaction in nut-sensitive individuals

mild GI upset in large quantities

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E