Family

• Cupressaceae

Constituents

• Tannins
• Pinene

Parts used

• Cypress nuts and branches (in essential oil extraction)

Properties

• Vasoconstrictor

Indications

• Hemorrhoids
• Venous problem
• Varicose veins
• Heavy legs
• Hoarseness

Side Effects

Allergy (to pollen), internal use of cypress-italian essential oil can be toxic.

Contraindications

Allergy to Italian cypress pollen.

Interactions

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Forms of use

• Cypress decoction
• Cypress aqueous solution
• Cypress essential oil (for external use only)