Cota palaestina

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Cota palaestina Reut. ex Unger & Kotschy

Asteraceae (Compositae)

  • Anthemis palaestina (Kotschy) Reut. ex Boiss.
  • Palestinian Chamomile
  • uqhwan falastini أقحوان فلسطيني
  • qakhvan eretz-isre'eli
  • קַחְוָן אֶרֶץ-יִשְׂרְאֵלִי

Annual

  • Batha
  • Phrygana
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Medicinal Complaints / Uses

Cota palaestina Reut. ex Unger & Kotschy

System/State Traditional
Complaint/Use
Activity / Interpretation
Traditional
Preparation/ Administration
Parts Used
Source
Musculoskeletal/ Joints

Joint pain

Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory

Prepare poultice of leaves & flowers & apply to affected area or use in massage.

Flower, Leaf B
Musculoskeletal/ Joints

Muscle contraction/ spasm

Anti-spasmodic, Muscle relaxant

Prepare poultice of leaves+ flowers & apply to affected area or use in massage.

Flower, Leaf B

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Notes

Cautions

Cota genus contains species reported as potentially toxic to dogs, cats, horses & guinea pigs causing contact dermatitis, vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia & allergic reactions. Long term use can lead to bleeding tendencies. Foliage may cause skin irritation.