The anxiolytic effects of Lavandula angustifolia (lavender): An overview of systematic reviews

Shamabadi, Ahmad; Hasanzadeh, Akbar; Ahmadzade, Ali; Ghadimi, H.; Gholami, Mansour; Akhondzadeh, Shahin

doi:10.1016/j.hermed.2023.100672

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“…Lavender is well-known for its calming and soothing properties (Shamabadi et al, 2023). The scent of lavender has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety making it a popular choice for aromatherapy (Donelli et al, 2019;yagyu, 1993).…”

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The Impact of Different Flowers on Human Psychology: A Comprehensive Review

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Hamal

2023

Malays. Mtl. Hlth.

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Flowers have been an integral part of human culture and aesthetics for centuries, but their influence extends beyond mere visual appeal. This review paper aims to delve into the intricate relationship between various flowers and human psychology. Through an analysis of existing literature, this paper explores how different flowers can evoke emotions, influence mood, and contribute to well-being. By examining the psychological effects of flowers in various settings, including home environments, healthcare facilities, and workplaces, this review provides insights into the potential therapeutic applications of flower exposure. The findings underscore the need for further research to fully understand the mechanisms underlying the impact of flowers on human psychology.

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Section: Lavendermentioning

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The Impact of Different Flowers on Human Psychology: A Comprehensive Review

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Hamal

2023

Malays. Mtl. Hlth.

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“…Medicines can influence the activity of the central nervous system by inhibiting or stimulating it. Currently, antianxiotic, antidepressants, and antineurotics drugs enable effective treatment of various mental disorders [1]. In this group of drugs, the basic mode of action is related to their impact on emotional processes: they inhibit the symptoms of fear, excitement, aggressiveness, or anxiety.…”

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“…A large group of plant raw materials are known for their calming and sleep-inducing effect. Among them, valerian (Valeriana officinalis), lemon balm (Melissa officinalis), purple passionflower (Passiflora incarata), common hop (Humulus lupulus), and medicinal lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) are successfully used to inhibit mental hyperactivity and to facilitate falling asleep [1].…”

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“…The medicinal raw materials of this plant, which belongs to the Lamiaceae family, are flowers (Flos Lavanduale), which should be collected before they bloom (in the bud stage). Lavender flowers contain a minimum 1.4% of essential oil, as well as tannins, triterpenes, coumarins, phenolic acids, flavonoids, phytosterols, anthocyanins, and minerals [1,2]. Lavender flowers, extracts, and essential oils are used traditionally for the reduction of stress and anxiety.…”

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“…In these applications, they are approved as plant medicines by the European Medicines Agency. Some studies performed on humans and animals show positive results in models of anxiety and stress, but there are still little available literature data related to the mechanisms of their action [1][2][3][4][5][6][7]. Medicinal lavender belongs to the plants with potential anticonvulsant, anti-depressant, anti-anxiety, hypnotic, and sedative properties [7][8][9][10][11].…”

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Determination of Sesquiterpenic Acids with Sedative Properties in Extracts of Medicinal Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia Mill.)

Adaszyńska-Skwirzyńska,

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Bucław

et al. 2024

Applied Sciences

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Plant raw materials with a calming effect on the nervous system are increasingly used in modern phytotherapy. Lavender belongs to this group of plants, due to the content of essential oil with known therapeutic properties and other phytoconstituents that can be responsible for the sedative effect. Our studies confirmed the presence of sesquiterpenic acids characterized by sedative activity in lavender extracts. The contents of valerenic acid and acetoxyvalerenic acids in flowers and leafy stalks of two various Lavandula angustifolia cultivars—‘Blue River’ and ‘Ellagance Purple’—were determined. Analyses of methanolic extracts performed using the HPLC method showed that content of these sesquiterpenic acids varied with the cultivars and the morphological parts of the plant. The amount of acetoxyvalerenic acid was significantly higher than the amount of valerenic acid. In the ‘Blue River’ cultivar, higher levels of both compounds characterized by sedative properties were found. The content of valerenic acid in flowers ranged from 0.50 mg/100 g d.m. in the ‘Ellagance Purple’ cultivar to 1.75 mg/100 g d.m. in the ‘Blue River’ cultivar. In turn, leafy stalks contained 0.81 mg/100 g d.m. of valerenic acid in the ‘Ellagance Purple’ cultivar and 1.16 mg/100 g d.m. in the ‘Blue River’ cultivar. Interestingly, the ‘Blue River’ cultivar contained about 10 times more acetoxyvalerenic acid (65.80 mg/100 g d.m.) in flowers and four times more acetoxyvalerenic acid in leafy stalks (50.1 mg/100 g d.m.), in comparison with the ‘Ellagance Purple’ cultivar. The higher content of valerenic and acetoxyvalerenic acids in the flowers and leafy stalks of the ‘Blue River’ lavender cultivar can be important for its possible medical applications.

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