Clinical Relevance

IgE-mediated reactions

Anecdotal evidence suggests that asthma and hayfever are possible following exposure to pollen from this plant; however, no studies have been reported to date.

Other reactions

Attempts have been made to develop biological controls in affected areas, using Broom-feeding insects, e.g., the psyllid Arytainilla spartiophylla, the beetle Bruchidius villosus, and the moth Leucoptera spartifoliella. Since allergic reactions have been reported to these insects, they should be considered as potential allergens in individuals thought to be allergic to pollen from this plant, but in whom specific investigations are negative.