Pushkarmool vs Auricularia Auricula

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Pushkarmool

Inula racemosa

Cardiovascular

Auricularia auricula-judae

Cardiovascular

Pushkarmool

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Auricularia Auricula

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Himalayan relative of elecampane used in Ayurveda for cardiovascular and respiratory conditions.

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

Active Compounds

alantolactone, isoalantolactone, inulin, helenin, sesquiterpene lactones

beta-glucans, acidic polysaccharides, ergosterol, melanin

Traditional Uses

Ayurvedic heart tonic, bronchial asthma, chest pain, Himalayan lung herb

blood thinning, cholesterol, cardiovascular health, immune support

Modern Uses

cardiovascular tonic, bronchial asthma, anti-anginal, anti-inflammatory

antiplatelet, hypolipidemic, immunostimulant, anti-tumor

Adult Dosage

1-3g powder or 250-500mg extract daily

1-3g daily or food amounts

Contraindications

pregnancy, Asteraceae allergy, blood thinners

anticoagulant medications

Side Effects

GI upset, allergic reactions

antiplatelet effects

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E