Taraxacum mongolicum vs Origanum Minutiflorum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Taraxacum mongolicum

Antimicrobial

Origanum Minutiflorum

Origanum minutiflorum

Antimicrobial

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Taraxacum mongolicum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Origanum Minutiflorum

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Asian dandelion used in TCM for breast infections, liver heat, and as major antimicrobial herb.

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

Active Compounds

taraxacin, taraxasterol, flavonoids, polysaccharides, vitamins

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

Traditional Uses

Breast infections in TCM, Liver heat conditions, Antimicrobial use, Digestive tonic

respiratory infections, antifungal, digestive disorders, antimicrobial, inflammation

Modern Uses

Antimicrobial effects, Hepatoprotective, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

9-30 g fresh herb or 6-15 g dried as decoction

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

Contraindications

Bile duct obstruction, Ragweed allergy

pregnancy high doses, allergy to Lamiaceae

Side Effects

Allergic reactions, GI upset

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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