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Cotton lavender (Santolina chamaecyparissus)


Cotton lavender

Effect:

antispasmodic, stomachic, antibacterial, vermifuge


Areas of application:

Jaundice, liver problems, urinary tract diseases, flushing worms, gently stimulates menstruation, strengthens the stomach


Plant parts used:

the tender sprouts and leaves


Collection time:

June


To find:

In southern Europe on rocky, warm slopes, on limestone soils up to 1000 meters altitude.


Ingredients:

essential oil, resin, tannin, bitter substance


Miscellaneous:

Cotton lavender drives moths and other insect pests away from the home.


The dried herb can be used in bouquets and as decoration.


The cypress herb smells like incense.


Cotton lavender can be used in conjunction with local herb flowers for smoking and replaces incense. When smoking, you can immediately feel the disinfectant, cleansing effect.

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