Asteraceae
Lavender Cotton
Santolina chamaecyparissus
⚠ Use with Caution
Avoid in Pregnancy
Native to: Mediterranean
Also known as: Cotton Lavender, French Lavender, Santolina
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Parts Used
LeafFlower
Therapeutic Uses
Intestinal parasites (roundworm, threadworm), fungal infections, digestive complaints, insect repellent (topical), moth deterrent. Traditional Mediterranean vermifuge.
Herbal Actions
Anthelmintic, antifungal, carminative, insect repellent, bitter tonic
Active Constituents
Volatile oil (santolina alcohol, artemisia ketone, α-pinene, camphene), flavonoids, tannins
Preparation Methods
☕ Herbal Tea🏺 Tincture
Traditional Preparation Notes
| Herbal Tea | 1 tsp dried herb per 250ml, steep 10 min, 2x daily for short courses |
| Tincture | 1–2 ml (1:5, 45% ethanol), 2x daily |
| Notes | Short courses only (1–2 weeks) for parasites. Strong aromatic — small doses effective. Combine with wormwood and black walnut for comprehensive antiparasitic protocol. |
Safety Information
Safety Rating
⚠ Use with Caution
Pregnancy
Avoid in Pregnancy
Drug Interactions
None known
Contraindications: Avoid in pregnancy (emmenagogue/abortifacient). Avoid long-term use. Avoid in children under 5.
Side Effects: GI irritation. Neurotoxicity at high doses (ketones). Short-term use only.