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Alexanders

Digestive

Smyrnium olusatrum

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Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Biennial herb formerly cultivated as a vegetable and medicinal plant before being replaced by celery; used in medieval European medicine.

Active Compounds

isofuranodienesmyrniosideflavonoidsphthalidesvolatile oils

Traditional Uses

Diuretic
Digestive tonic
Used for digestive complaints
Scurvy prevention via vitamin C

Modern Uses

Historical vegetable and medicine
Antioxidant
Digestive

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: tea, other
Adult Dose: Young shoots as food; 2–3 g dried herb as tea
Child Dose: Culinary amounts safe
Preparation Notes: Use fresh young growth in salads or as cooked vegetable; dried herb as tea

Safety Information

Generally safe during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

Allergy to Apiaceae

Possible Side Effects

Photosensitivity possible
Mild GI effects

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