Rhododendron Chrysanthum Herb vs Auricularia Auricula

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Rhododendron Chrysanthum Herb

Rhododendron chrysanthum

Cardiovascular

Auricularia auricula-judae

Cardiovascular

Rhododendron Chrysanthum Herb

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Auricularia Auricula

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Siberian alpine rhododendron used in Russian folk medicine and pharmacy for rheumatism, cardiovascular, and sedative conditions.

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

Active Compounds

andromedotoxin, rhododendrin, arbutin, flavonoids

beta-glucans, acidic polysaccharides, ergosterol, melanin

Traditional Uses

rheumatism treatment in Siberian folk medicine, cardiovascular conditions remedy, sedative for pain

blood thinning, cholesterol, cardiovascular health, immune support

Modern Uses

anti-rheumatic, cardiovascular, sedative

antiplatelet, hypolipidemic, immunostimulant, anti-tumor

Adult Dosage

Medical supervision only - grayanotoxin content

1-3g daily or food amounts

Contraindications

pregnancy, heart disease, children

anticoagulant medications

Side Effects

grayanotoxin poisoning - bradycardia, hypotension

antiplatelet effects

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E