Tamarix ramosissima vs Salvia yangii

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Tamarix ramosissima

Liver Support

Liver Support

Description

Invasive shrub of Central Asian origin now widespread in North American deserts, used in traditional Central Asian medicine.

Tall aromatic subshrub from Central Asia with silvery stems and blue-purple flowers, used in Central Asian medicine.

Active Compounds

tamaricin, tamarixol, flavonoids, tannins

rosmarinic acid, flavonoids, diterpenoids, volatile oils

Traditional Uses

Traditional Central Asian remedy for digestive and liver conditions, Used in Chinese medicine Cheng Liu for detoxification

Traditional Central Asian remedy for digestive and liver conditions, Used in Uzbek and Afghan folk medicine

Modern Uses

Liver support, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Traditional digestive herb

Digestive support, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Traditional liver tonic

Adult Dosage

Bark tea: 5g per cup 2x/day

Tea: 1-2 tsp per cup 2x/day

Contraindications

No specific contraindications established

Side Effects

Mild gastrointestinal effects

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E