Zinnia elegans vs Physalis peruviana

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Zinnia elegans

Antioxidant

Antioxidant

Zinnia elegans

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Physalis peruviana

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Mexican ornamental Asteraceae with limited folk medicinal use for eye conditions and fever.

Andean fruit with withanolides; anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties; dried berries as superfood.

Active Compounds

quercetin, kaempferol, anthocyanins, flavonoids

withanolides, physalins, vitamin C, carotenoids, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

Eye conditions in Mexican folk medicine, Fever treatment

cancer support, diabetes, liver conditions, inflammation, food

Modern Uses

Antioxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory

anti-cancer (withanolides), anti-diabetic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

5-10 g dried flowers as tea

As food; 500mg extract 2x/day

Contraindications

Ragweed allergy

nightshade sensitivity, pregnancy (high withanolide doses)

Side Effects

Mild GI upset

GI upset with excess

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E