What are the traditional uses of Viscum album?

Viscum album has 45 documented traditional uses in the Verdica ethnobotanical reference database. This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the FDA.

What phytochemicals are found in Viscum album?

Viscum album contains 71 documented phytochemical compounds in the Verdica database.

Does Viscum album have herb-drug interactions?

Verdica documents 38 potential herb-drug interactions for Viscum album. Always consult a healthcare provider before using herbal preparations alongside any medication.

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Viscum album

European Mistletoe

Family: Viscaceae • Genus: Viscum • Region: TEMPERATE ASIA: Lebanon, Syria, Turkey, Russian Federation-Ciscaucasia (Ciscaucasia), Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, China (Yunnan Sheng, Xizang Zizhiqu (south)), Korea, Japan (Hokkaidô, Honshu, Kyushu, Shikoku) TROPICAL ASIA: India (north), Nepal, Pakistan, Myanmar, Vietnam EUROPE: Denmark, United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, Austria, Belgium, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, Belarus, Lithuania, Latvia, Moldova, Ukraine (incl. Krym), Albania, Bulgaria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Greece (incl. Crete), Croatia, Italy (incl. Sicily), North Macedonia, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain (incl. Baleares), France (incl. Corsica), Portugal AFRICA: Algeria, Morocco, United States

Summary: Viscum album (European Mistletoe) is a plant in the Viscaceae family. Verdica documents 45 traditional uses, 71 phytochemical compounds, and 38 herb-drug interactions for this species.

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Phytochemicals

Herb-Drug Interactions

Edibility Records

Pet Toxicity Records

About Viscum album

Viscum album is a species in the Viscaceae family.

Care Information

Sunlight	Full sun
Watering	Moderate — keep soil moist
Soil	Moist
Hardiness Zone	USDA 6-9

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Disclaimer: The statements on this page regarding traditional uses of plants have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Traditional use information is presented for educational and historical reference purposes only, reflecting documented ethnobotanical practices. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal preparation, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have any medical condition. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 (US) or your local emergency number immediately.

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