Sida vs Origanum Minutiflorum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Sida

Sida acuta

Antimicrobial

Origanum Minutiflorum

Origanum minutiflorum

Antimicrobial

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Sida

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Origanum Minutiflorum

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Tropical weed used across Africa, Asia, and Americas in traditional medicine for various conditions.

Wild oregano species endemic to Turkey used in traditional Anatolian medicine for respiratory infections, digestive disorders, and antifungal conditions.

Active Compounds

ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, beta-phenethylamine, cryptolepine, alkaloids

carvacrol, thymol, gamma-terpinene, flavonoids, rosmarinic acid

Traditional Uses

Ghanaian antimicrobial, Caribbean fever remedy, Indian folk medicine

respiratory infections, antifungal, digestive disorders, antimicrobial, inflammation

Modern Uses

antimicrobial, antifungal, stimulant, anti-inflammatory

antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

2-4g dried herb as tea daily

3–5g dried herb as tea or essential oil 3–5 drops in carrier

Contraindications

hypertension, heart conditions, pregnancy, MAOIs

pregnancy high doses, allergy to Lamiaceae

Side Effects

hypertension, palpitations, insomnia

skin irritation from oil, mild 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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