Silene vulgaris vs Aster amellus

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Silene vulgaris

Urinary

Urinary

Silene vulgaris

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Aster amellus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

European wildflower with edible young shoots; traditional uses for skin and urinary conditions.

European aster used in folk medicine for urinary conditions, skin inflammation, and as diuretic.

Active Compounds

saponins, flavonoids, tannins

flavonoids, tannins, saponins, sesquiterpene lactones

Traditional Uses

urinary conditions, skin inflammation, food source

urinary conditions, skin inflammation, wound healing

Modern Uses

nutritive food, mild diuretic, skin soothing

mild diuretic, anti-inflammatory, skin care

Adult Dosage

2-3g dried herb as tea 2x/day

2-3g dried herb tea 2x/day

Contraindications

known allergy

Asteraceae allergy

Side Effects

mild GI upset

contact dermatitis

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E