Trichostema dichotomum vs Eremophila Longifolia

Annual herb of eastern North American dry soils with intensely blue curled stamens, used by Native Americans.

Shrub widespread across arid and semi-arid Australia used extensively by Aboriginal peoples for coughs, colds, skin infections, and as an analgesic smoke treatment.

volatile oils, flavonoids, tannins, terpenes

verbascoside, eremophilone, sesquiterpenes, phenylpropanoids

Used by Cherokee for fever and colds, Traditional Native American remedy for respiratory conditions

cough, cold, skin infections, aches and pains, smoke treatment

Fever reduction, Antimicrobial action, Respiratory support, Insect repellent

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant

Tea: 1 tsp per cup 2x/day

Leaf decoction 200ml 2–3x daily or steam inhalation

No specific contraindications established

pregnancy, allergy

Mild gastrointestinal effects

mild digestive upset