Scorzonera hispanica vs Scolymus hispanicus

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Scorzonera hispanica

Liver Support

Liver Support

Description

Mediterranean root vegetable with folk medicinal use as hepatotonic and digestive aid.

Mediterranean Asteraceae whose roots are eaten as food and used in folk medicine for liver conditions.

Active Compounds

inulin, flavonoids, phenolics, saponins

inulin, flavonoids, tannins, caffeic acid

Traditional Uses

Liver conditions in Mediterranean folk medicine, Digestive support, Nutritive food, Snake bite historically

Liver conditions in Mediterranean folk medicine, Nutritive root food, Digestive support

Modern Uses

Hepatoprotective effects, Prebiotic, Antioxidant

Hepatoprotective effects, Prebiotic inulin, Antioxidant

Adult Dosage

Root as food; 5-10 g root decoction

Contraindications

Ragweed allergy

Side Effects

Mild GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E