Geranium

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

Geranium; Pelargonium hortorum; Pelargonium odorantissimum

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Popular ornamental plant (cranesbill). No medicinal use.

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The main ingredient of geranium extracts is geraniol (3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol), one of the most widely used compounds in the perfume industry. Pelargonium hybrids contain up to 35% of it. Today, the rose-scented liquid is almost exclusively produced synthetically (e.g. from pine trees). It is used in perfumes, toothpastes and powders and many other toiletries as well as food and beverages. Furthermore, extracts also contain citronellol.

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As the trigger for most of the observed reactions, Geraniol seems to be responsible. Sensitizing potency: Weak. Sensitization frequency: Rare. Cross-reactivity appears occasionally with Peru balsam or turpentine.

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  1. Hausen BM, Vieluf K (1997) Allergy plants, plant allergens. Ecomed PublisherLandsberg/Munich 197-199

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer