Synonym(s)
common ivy; Hedera helix
OccurrenceThis section has been translated automatically.
Europe, the Near East and America were imported ivy.
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Hedera helix is the parent plant of Hedera folium, the ivy leaves. For Hedera folium, monographs of the Commission E, ESCOP and HMPC are available.
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Undesirable effectsThis section has been translated automatically.
All plant parts contain saponins of the triterpene type (Hederin, Hedera saponin B and C etc). The main allergen of the common ivy is falcarinol (polyins). Sensitizing potency: Medium. Frequency of sensitization: Occasional.
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In individual cases allergic contact dermatitis.
Notice! Falcarinol is contained in other plant species of the Araliaceae family such as Scheflera species, ginseng, carrot or celery root
. The reactivity exists towards falcarinol; therefore no real cross-reactions can be assumed. Ivy extract is primarily irritant. The majority of dermatitis cases are irritant contact dermatitis.Trade namesThis section has been translated automatically.
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