Scilla peruviana vs Taraxacum Coreanum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Scilla peruviana

Liver Support

Taraxacum Coreanum

Taraxacum coreanum

Liver Support

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Scilla peruviana

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Taraxacum Coreanum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Large Mediterranean bulb with massive blue flower heads, traditional medicine despite misleading name.

White-flowered dandelion endemic to Korea used in traditional Korean medicine for liver detoxification, lactation support, and anti-inflammatory conditions.

Active Compounds

scillaperuvianosides, bufadienolides traces, flavonoids, saponins

taraxacin, taraxacerin, inulin, chlorogenic acid, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

Traditional Mediterranean folk medicine for digestive and liver conditions, Used in Portuguese and Spanish folk medicine for liver and diuretic conditions

liver detoxification, lactation support, anti-inflammatory, digestive tonic, urinary

Modern Uses

Diuretic action, Liver support, Anti-inflammatory, Traditional digestive herb

hepatoprotective, galactagogue, anti-inflammatory, diuretic

Adult Dosage

Tea from leaves: 2-3g per cup 2x/day

3–9g dried root or herb as tea 3x daily

Contraindications

Cardiac conditions, Pregnancy

gallbladder obstruction, allergy to Asteraceae

Side Effects

Cardiac effects at high doses, Gastrointestinal effects

mild allergic reactions, digestive upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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