Sand Leek vs Allium macleanii

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Sand Leek

Allium scorodoprasum

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Description

European wild garlic relative with garlicky flavor and medicinal properties used in Eastern European folk medicine.

Central Asian ornamental onion with very large purple spherical flower heads, used in regional folk medicine.

Active Compounds

allicin, thiosulfinates, quercetin, flavonoids

allicin, sulfur compounds, flavonoids, saponins

Traditional Uses

Eastern European folk medicine, Slavic traditional herb, Balkan medicinal plant

Traditional Central Asian folk medicine for digestive and respiratory conditions, Used in Afghanistan and Tajikistan folk medicine

Modern Uses

antimicrobial, cardiovascular, digestive, anti-inflammatory

Antimicrobial action, Digestive support, Cardiovascular protection

Adult Dosage

1-3 cloves or 5-10g fresh herb daily

Dietary use; Tincture: 2-4ml 3x/day

Contraindications

blood thinners, surgery

Blood thinners in excess

Side Effects

GI upset, body odor

Gastrointestinal effects

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E