Salix caprea vs Alnus serrulata

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Salix caprea

Analgesic

Analgesic

Salix caprea

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Alnus serrulata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A European willow with salicin-rich bark used for pain, fever, and inflammatory conditions.

An eastern North American alder used by Native Americans for fever, pain, and as an astringent.

Active Compounds

salicin, salicortin, catechins, tannins

tannins, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

Pain relief, Fever reduction, Anti-inflammatory use

Fever reduction, Pain relief, Astringent use

Modern Uses

Analgesic activity, Anti-inflammatory research, Antipyretic use

Anti-inflammatory activity, Wound care

Adult Dosage

1-3g dried bark as tea

2g dried bark as tea

Contraindications

Aspirin sensitivity, Pregnancy caution, Children (Reye syndrome risk)

Pregnancy caution

Side Effects

GI irritation, Salicylate sensitivity

Mild reactions

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E