Jerusalem artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus) is a completely different plant.
- Scientific Names: Cynara cardunculus; Cynara scolymus
- Indications: Dyspepsia, hyperlipidemia, nausea, hangover, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), liver dysfunction, hypoglycemia. Flavoring, sweetener, prebiotic
- Synonym: Asteraceae; Compositae
- Class: Antiemetic, Carminative
- Half-life: N/A
- Clinically important, potentially hazardous interactions with:
None known
- See adverse reactions attributed to class:
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Page last updated 08/20/2025
