Santolina chamaecyparissus
Algodón lavanda
Santolina chamaecyparissus, commonly known as Lavender Cotton, is a resilient evergreen shrub prized for its silvery foliage and bright yellow blooms. Renowned in traditional herbalism, it possesses significant antiseptic and carminative properties. This aromatic plant is frequently utilized in aromatherapy and topical remedies to soothe skin and digestion.
- Scientific name: Santolina chamaecyparissus
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae and the genus Santolina.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Santolina | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Santolina chamaecyparissus, is recognized by various regional names across different languages. In Poland, it is referred to as Santolina cyprysikowata, while in Italian, it is commonly called Santolino. In Catalan, the plant is known as espernallac, and in German, it is identified as Graues Heiligenkraut. Additionally, in Basque, it carries the name Astakamamila.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pl | Santolina cyprysikowata | Wikidata |
| io | Santolino | Wikidata |
| ca | espernallac | Wikidata |
| de | Graues Heiligenkraut | Wikidata |
| eu | Astakamamila | Wikidata |
| cs | svatolína cypřiškovitá | Wikidata |
| cy | Hen wraig | Wikidata |
| bg | кипарисова сантолина | Wikidata |
| ru | Сантолина кипарисовидная | Wikidata |
| gl | gei quien lea | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a varied distribution across several distinct regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be identified within Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found growing in both Germany and Poland. It also occupies specific territories within the mountainous landscapes of Switzerland. Finally, its range extends into Southwestern Europe, specifically across France.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Santolina chamaecyparysso, is characterized by its distinctive foliage and aromatic properties. The small, silver-grey leaves are densely packed along the stems, creating a fine, textured appearance that is typical of many Mediterranean shrubs. Each individual leaf contributes to the plant's overall scent, which is highly concentrated within its essential oils. These essential oils, extracted from the plant material, are the primary component utilized in various medicinal and aromatic applications.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| essential oils | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Santolina chamaecyparissus has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,8-cineole, 2-methylhexacosane, Tetrapentacontane, monoterpenes, n-pentadecanol.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1,8-cineole | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2-methylhexacosane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tetrapentacontane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| monoterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| n-pentadecanol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Santolina chamaecyparissus has 10 reported activities identified across 16 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Anticancer, Antifungal, Antibacterial, Antidiabetic.
- Total activities
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 16
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Emmenagogue | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hemolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vermifuge | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Santolina chamaecyparissus has 6 reported medicinal uses identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antioxidant, Aspergillus flavus, COVID-19, molds, vermifuge.
- Total uses
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aspergillus flavus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| COVID-19 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| molds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vermifuge | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| yeast | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |