Sundew vs Solanum xanthocarpum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Sundew

Drosera rotundifolia

Respiratory

Solanum virginianum

Respiratory

Sundew

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Solanum xanthocarpum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A carnivorous plant that digests insects, whose enzymes have been used medicinally for respiratory spasms and dry cough.

South Asian thorny nightshade; one of Dashamoola ten roots in Ayurveda; used for cough and asthma.

Active Compounds

Plumbagin, Droserone, Flavonoids, Proteolytic enzymes

solasonine, solamargine, diosgenin, alkaloids, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

Whooping cough, Dry cough, Bronchitis, Asthma

cough, asthma, bronchitis, fever, urinary conditions, Dashamoola herb

Modern Uses

Antispasmodic (bronchial), Antitussive, Antimicrobial, Anti-inflammatory

bronchodilator, expectorant, anti-inflammatory, respiratory tonic

Adult Dosage

1-2ml tincture 3x daily or 1g dried herb as tea

3-5g dried plant decoction 2x/day; 1-2g powder

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Tuberculosis

pregnancy, nightshade sensitivity

Side Effects

GI irritation, Skin irritation (fresh plant)

GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E