Juniperus oxycedrus

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Juniperus oxycedrus L.

Cupressaceae

  • Cade Juniper
  • Prickly Juniper
  • `ar'ar عرعر
  • dafran دفرون
  • ar'ar arzi
  • עַרְעָר אַרְזִי

Tree

  • Mediterranean maquis and forest
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Medicinal Complaints / Uses

Juniperus oxycedrus L.

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

Eczema

Anti-inflammatory

Decoct fruit & twigs & wash affected part several x/day until recovery.

Branch /twig, Fruit B
Musculoskeletal/ Joints

Rheumatism

Analgesic, Anti-arthritic, Anti-inflammatory

Decoct fruit & twigs & wash affected part several x/day until recovery.

Branch/ twwig, Fruit B
Nervous system

Paralysis

Nervine

Decoct fruit & twigs & wash affected part several x/day until recovery.

Branch /twig, Fruit B

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Notes

Cautions

The volatile oil of some species of Juniperus genus is abortifacient, irritant & carcinogenic. Contraindicated in preganacy & nephrosis. Prolonged use (>4-6 weeks) can cause renal damage & hypocalcaemia. Externally essential oil can cause burning, oedema, erythema & blisters.