Raphanus Sativus Herb vs Onopordum acanthium

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Raphanus Sativus Herb

Raphanus sativus

Liver Support

Liver Support

Raphanus Sativus Herb

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Onopordum acanthium

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Root vegetable used in Ayurveda, TCM, and European folk medicine for liver, gallbladder, and digestive conditions.

Majestic silvery thistle; national symbol of Scotland; used in European folk medicine for cancer and fever.

Active Compounds

raphanin, glucosinolates, sinapic acid, vitamin C

onopordine, acanthoidin, flavonoids, polyphenols, tannins

Traditional Uses

liver and gallbladder tonic in Ayurvedic medicine, digestive stimulant treatment, treatment of bronchitis in European folk medicine

cancer historically, fever, liver, digestive disorders

Modern Uses

cholagogue, digestive stimulant, expectorant

anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

50-100g fresh radish or 500mg extract daily

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

Contraindications

gallstones - increases bile flow, thyroid conditions

asteraceae allergy, pregnancy

Side Effects

GI upset at large amounts

contact dermatitis from spines, GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E