Cupressus sempervirens

Cupressus sempervirens
Family:Cupressus sempervirens; Anthelmintic; Antipyretic; Antirheumatic; Antiseptic; Aromatherapy; Astringent; Balsamic; Vasoconstrictor; Vulnerary.
Common name:Italian cypress
The cones and young branches are anthelmintic antipyretic antirheumatic antiseptic astringent balsamic and vasoconstrictive. They are harvested in late winter and early spring then dried for later use. Taken internally it is used in the treatment of whooping cough the spitting up of blood spasmodic coughs colds flu and sore throats. Applied externally as a lotion or as a diluted essential oil (using an oil such as almond) it astringes varicose veins and haemorrhoids tightening up the blood vessels. A foot bath of the cones is used to cleanse the feet and counter excessive sweating. The extracted essential oil should not be taken internally without professional guidance. A resin is obtained from the tree by making incisions in the trunk. This has a vulnerary action on slow-healing wounds and also encourages whitlows to come to a head. An essential oil from the leaves and cones is used in aromatherapy. Its keyword is 'Astringent'.

Herbal Database

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