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Juniperus communis var. saxatilis
12-25€ / 10ml
Dwarf juniper (Juniperus communis var. nana or montana) is a low-growing variety of common juniper found at high altitudes in European mountains. Its berries are smaller and more aromatic than lowland varieties. Mountain peoples have used it traditionally for the same purposes as common juniper -- as a diuretic, antiseptic and rheumatic remedy.
Similar profile to common juniper but often more concentrated in alpha-pinene due to altitude conditions. Slightly more powerful and more aromatic than lowland juniper. Same contraindications apply: nephrotoxic at high doses.
Les propriétés listées reposent sur des études in vitro et/ou un usage traditionnel. Sauf mention contraire, elles n'ont pas été validées par des essais cliniques humains rigoureux. Ces informations ne constituent pas un avis médical.
Anti-inflammatory
Confirmed traditional use
Analgesic
Traditional use
Mucolytic
Traditional use
Cortisone-like
Clinical aromatherapy
Dwarf juniper is used like common juniper for diuretic, anti-rheumatic and draining purposes. Its higher concentration may require slightly lower doses. Same contraindications: avoid in kidney problems, courses of 2-3 weeks maximum.
Adapté à la diffusion atmosphérique. 3-5 gouttes, 15-20 min maximum par heure. Ne pas diffuser en continu.
Diluer dans une huile végétale avant application. Respecter les dosages recommandés selon la zone et le public.
Non recommandé par voie orale. Utiliser exclusivement par voie cutanée ou en diffusion.
Les huiles essentielles suivantes se combinent particuli\u00e8rement bien avec genevrier nain pour renforcer ou compl\u00e9ter ses effets :
Dwarf juniper (Juniperus communis ssp. nana or alpina) is a high-altitude variety of common juniper. Smaller, more compact, with a more concentrated essential oil. Its alpha-pinene content is higher. Used for the same indications as common juniper.
Similar profile but sometimes considered more concentrated. Same indications: joint drainage, water retention, rheumatism. Same precautions: nephrotoxic in high doses, short courses only.
Same safety profile as common juniper: avoid in kidney problems, short courses (2-3 weeks max), contraindicated in pregnancy. Dilute to 5-10% for massage.
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