Dwarf Pine Needle
OTHER NAME(S): Aiguille de Pin Nain, Mountain Pine, Pin de Montagne, Pin des Montagnes, Pin Nain des Montagnes, Pin Mugo, Pino de Montaña, Pino Moro, Pinus mugo, Pinus montana, Pinus mugo var. pumilio, Pinus pumilio, Pino De Montaña, Aiguille De Pin Nain
Overview
Dwarf pine is a tree or shrub. Oil from the needles is used to make medicine.
People use dwarf pine needle oil for cough, pain, and skin infections, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
In foods and beverages, dwarf pine needle oil is used as a flavoring agent. It is also used as a fragrance in soaps and cosmetics.
Some chemicals in dwarf pine needle oil might be able to fight bacteria and viruses.
Some chemicals in dwarf pine needle oil might be able to fight bacteria and viruses.
Uses
Insufficient Evidence for
- Cough.
- Preventing skin infections.
- Pain.
- Rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
- Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of dwarf pine needle for these uses.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: Dwarf pine needle oil is LIKELY SAFE for most people when used in amounts typically found in foods. But there isn't enough reliable information to know if dwarf pine needle is safe when used in larger amounts as medicine.
When applied to the skin: Dwarf pine needle oil is POSSIBLY SAFE when applied to the skin. In some people it can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: Dwarf pine needle oil is LIKELY SAFE for most people when used in amounts typically found in foods. But there isn't enough reliable information to know if dwarf pine needle is safe when used in larger amounts as medicine.
When applied to the skin: Dwarf pine needle oil is POSSIBLY SAFE when applied to the skin. In some people it can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if dwarf pine needle is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions
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Dosing
The appropriate dose of dwarf pine needle depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for dwarf pine needle. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
References
- Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
- Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21. Part 182 -- Substances Generally Recognized As Safe. Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?CFRPart=182
- Lis A, Lukas M, Mellor K. Comparison of Chemical Composition of the Essential Oils from Different Botanical Organs of Pinus mugo Growing in Poland. Chem Biodivers 2019;16(10):e1900397.