Lavender Cotton
OTHER NAME(S): Abrótano Hembra, Brótano, Cipresillo, Fausse Sanguenitte, Garde-Robe, Guardarropa, Lavande-Coton, Petit Cyprès, Santoline, Santoline Argentée, Santoline Blanche, Santoline Petit-Cyprès, Santoline Petit Cyprès, Santolina chamaecyparissus, Santolina, Santoline petit cyprès
Overview
Lavender cotton is a plant. The parts that grow above the ground and root bark are used to make medicine.
People use lavender cotton for conditions such as digestion problems, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), infection of the intestines by parasites, and many others, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Don't confuse lavender cotton with lavender. They are different plants and have very different scents.
Lavender cotton seems to reduce inflammation. The oil of lavender cotton seems to kill bacteria and fungi.
Lavender cotton seems to reduce inflammation. The oil of lavender cotton seems to kill bacteria and fungi.
Uses
Insufficient Evidence for
- A muscle control disorder marked by involuntary movements and muscle tightness (spasticity).
- Digestive disorders.
- Infection of the intestines by parasites.
- Insect repellent.
- Premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
- Yellowed skin (jaundice).
- Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of lavender cotton for these uses.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if lavender cotton is safe. It might cause side effects such as allergic reactions in some people.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if lavender cotton is safe. It might cause side effects such as allergic reactions in some people.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if lavender cotton is safe. It might cause side effects such as allergic reactions in some people.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if lavender cotton is safe. It might cause side effects such as allergic reactions in some people.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if lavender cotton is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Allergy to ragweed, daisies, and related plants: Lavender cotton may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae plant family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others. If you have allergies, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before taking lavender cotton.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Lavender Cotton overview.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of lavender cotton 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 lavender cotton. 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
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- Agri Res Svc: Dr. Duke's phytochemical and ethnobotanical databases. http://www.ars-grin.gov/duke (Accessed 3 November 1999).
- Weiner MA, Weiner JA. Herbs that heal: prescription for herbal healing. Mill Valley, CA:Quantum Books, 1999.
- Bel Hadj Salah-Fatnassi K, Hassayoun F, Cheraif I, et al. Chemical composition, antibacterial and antifungal activities of flowerhead and root essential oils of Santolina chamaecyparissus L., growing wild in Tunisia. Saudi J Biol Sci. 2017;24(4):875-882.
- Djeddi S, Djebile K, Hadjbourega G, Achour Z, Argyropoulou C, Skaltsa H. In vitro antimicrobial properties and chemical composition of Santolina chamaecyparissus essential oil from Algeria. Nat Prod Commun. 2012;7(7):937-40
- Sala A, Recio MC, Giner RM, Máñez S, Ríos JL. Anti-phospholipase A2 and anti-inflammatory activity of Santolina chamaecyparissus. Life Sci. 2000;66(2):PL35-40.
- Suresh B, Sriram S, Dhanaraj SA, Elango K, Chinnaswamy K. Anticandidal activity of Santolina chamaecyparissus volatile oil. J Ethnopharmacol. 1997;55(2):151-9.
- Boudoukha C, Bouriche H, Ortega E, Senator A. Immunomodulatory effects of Santolina chamaecyparissus leaf extracts on human neutrophil functions. Pharm Biol. 2016;54(4):667-73.