The Mediterranean region is characterized by a diverse vegetation cover, and the Lavandula genus is one of the most important medicinal and aromatic plants in this region. It has been used in traditional medicine as a treatment for anxiety and insomnia and to improve sleep quality for a long history. Lavender is commonly used in perfumes, soaps, bath powders, and scented sachets. It can flavor teas or food even at low concentrations. Several ethnopharmacological studies have demonstrated its use in treating several diseases; it has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antispasmodic, sedative, insecticidal, antimicrobial and antifungal activities. This paper reviews the geographical distribution, traditional uses, chemical composition, and pharmacological activities of the Lavandula stoechas.

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地中海植物的植物药理学评论：Lavandula stoechas L

地中海地区的植被覆盖多样，薰衣草属是该地区最重要的药用和芳香植物之一。长期以来，它已被用于传统医学中，用于治疗焦虑症和失眠，并改善睡眠质量。薰衣草通常用于香水，肥皂，沐浴粉和香囊中。即使浓度很低，也可以调味茶或食物。多项民族药理学研究表明其可用于治疗多种疾病。它具有抗炎，抗氧化，解痉，镇静，杀虫，抗菌和抗真菌的作用。本文回顾了薰衣草的地理分布，传统用途，化学成分和药理活性。