Evidence supporting the use of: Cypress
For the health condition: Phlebitis

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) has a long history of traditional use in herbal medicine, particularly in Europe, for conditions related to venous circulation, including the support and treatment of phlebitis (inflammation of veins). The primary part of the plant used for these purposes is the cone, which contains proanthocyanidins and flavonoids. Historically, cypress has been included in traditional remedies aimed at reducing venous congestion, promoting vascular tone, and alleviating symptoms of chronic venous insufficiency, which can be associated with or lead to phlebitis.

In terms of scientific validation, however, evidence is limited. Some in vitro and small-scale clinical studies suggest that the flavonoids in cypress cones may have venotonic and anti-inflammatory properties, potentially supporting vein health and reducing edema. French herbal pharmacopoeia recognizes cypress cone extracts for venous disorders, and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) includes cypress in its list of traditional herbal medicinal products for minor venous circulatory disturbances.

Despite these uses, robust clinical trials specifically assessing cypress for phlebitis are lacking. Most of the support for its use remains grounded in traditional practice and preliminary pharmacological research rather than high-quality clinical evidence. Therefore, while cypress is traditionally used to support vein health and conditions like phlebitis, scientific validation remains modest.

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