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Valeriana jatamansi vs Hawthorn Flowers - Herb Comparison | HerbAlly

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Valeriana jatamansi vs Hawthorn Flowers

Valeriana jatamansi vs Hawthorn Flowers

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Valeriana jatamansi

Valeriana jatamansi

Nervine

Hawthorn Flowers

Crataegus monogyna flos

Cardiovascular

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Valeriana jatamansi

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Hawthorn Flowers

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Himalayan relative of European valerian used in Ayurveda; considered superior sedative in high altitude regions.

Hawthorn flowers with gentler cardiovascular and calming effects; used in European heart formulas.

Active Compounds

valeranone, valeranol, pachypodol, valerianol, jatamansone, isovaleric acid

hyperoside, vitexin, quercetin, chlorogenic acid, procyanidins

Traditional Uses

insomnia, anxiety, epilepsy, hysteria, palpitations

Gentle cardiac tonic, Anxiety and heart palpitations, Atherosclerosis, European love symbol

Modern Uses

sedative, anxiolytic, antispasmodic, neuroprotective

Cardiovascular support, Anxiolytic, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

Adult Dosage

3-6g powder or 1-3ml tincture daily

3-5g dried flowers; 1-2ml tincture

Contraindications

CNS depressants, pregnancy, liver disease

Cardiac medications interaction

Side Effects

drowsiness, GI upset

GI effects, Drowsiness rarely

Drug Interactions

0 known 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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