Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Cotton Lavender |
| Scientific Name | Santolina chamaecyparissus |
| MainColor | Yellow |
| PlantType |  Shrub |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Season Found | July (Jul - Aug) |
| ImageUrl | Santolina-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Hambleton Hall |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 11 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
A compact, aromatic shrub with finely divided, silver-grey foliage and clusters of small yellow button-like flowers. Valued for its drought tolerance and decorative use in borders and knot gardens.
Distribution
Native to the Mediterranean; widely grown in the UK.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Traditionally used as an insect repellent and in herbal medicine for digestive complaints.
Edibility
Not edible; aromatic oils make it bitter.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
May cause stomach upset if ingested in quantity; essential oils can be irritating.
Pet Toxicity
Mild concern – can cause gastrointestinal upset in cats and dogs if eaten.
Active Compounds
Volatile oils (including camphor and borneol), sesquiterpenes.