Sambucus canadensis vs Ganoderma Tsugae

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Sambucus canadensis

Immune Support

Ganoderma tsugae

Immune Support

Sambucus canadensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Ganoderma Tsugae

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

North American elder similar to European species; flowers and berries used by Native Americans.

A North American Reishi relative growing on hemlock trees, used for immune support.

Active Compounds

anthocyanins, quercetin, rutin, chlorogenic acid, cyanidin glycosides

ganoderic acids, polysaccharides, triterpenoids, ergosterol

Traditional Uses

cold and flu, immune support, fever, nerve pain, laxative

immune support, liver protection, inflammation, cancer support

Modern Uses

antiviral, immunostimulant, anti-inflammatory, laxative

immunostimulant, hepatoprotective, anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

15ml elderberry syrup 4 times daily

1-3g extract daily

Contraindications

raw plant parts toxic except ripe cooked berries, autoimmune disease

autoimmune conditions, anticoagulant medications

Side Effects

GI upset from raw berries

generally well tolerated

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E