Cota palaestina Reut. ex Unger & Kotschy
Asteraceae (Compositae)
- Anthemis palaestina (Kotschy) Reut. ex Boiss.
- Palestinian Chamomile
- uqhwan falastini أقحوان فلسطيني
- קַחְוָן אֶרֶץ-יִשְׂרְאֵלִי
- qakhvan eretz-isre'eli
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 |
The authors of FLORAPALE, (Flora Palaestina Ethnobotanical) web site do not take responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of the plants described here. Always seek advice from a health professional before using a plant medicinally or for other purposes. See DISCLAIMER.
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.