Salvia verticillata vs Rosmarinus eriocalyx

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Salvia verticillata

Anti-inflammatory

Anti-inflammatory

Salvia verticillata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Rosmarinus eriocalyx

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

European sage species used in folk medicine for digestive and respiratory conditions.

North African and Spanish rosemary species used in traditional Moroccan and Spanish folk medicine.

Active Compounds

rosmarinic acid, luteolin, apigenin, ursolic acid, salvianolic acids

rosmarinic acid, carnosic acid, ursolic acid, cineole, camphor, borneol

Traditional Uses

digestive disorders, respiratory infections, inflammation, sore throat

digestive disorders, respiratory infections, memory, pain

Modern Uses

anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, carminative

anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, analgesic

Adult Dosage

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

Contraindications

pregnancy, hormone-sensitive conditions

pregnancy large doses, epilepsy

Side Effects

mild GI effects

GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E