Sweetgrass vs Escallonia Resinosa

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Sweetgrass

Hierochloe odorata

Respiratory

Escallonia resinosa

Respiratory

Sweetgrass

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Escallonia Resinosa

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A sacred ceremonial grass of many Native American nations also used medicinally for respiratory conditions.

Andean tree used in traditional medicine of Peru and Bolivia for respiratory conditions, rheumatism, and wound healing.

Active Compounds

coumarin, flavonoids, essential oils

resin acids, flavonoids, tannins, essential oils

Traditional Uses

ceremonial burning, respiratory conditions, fever

respiratory conditions, rheumatism, wound healing, fever, antimicrobial

Modern Uses

antimicrobial via smoke, anti-inflammatory

anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, expectorant, wound healing

Adult Dosage

3-6g dried herb as tea

Bark or leaf decoction 200ml 3x daily

Contraindications

coumarin sensitivity

pregnancy, allergy

Side Effects

generally safe

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