Cypress

Origin and history


The cypress, a slender and majestic tree, is a powerful symbol of the Mediterranean basin. Native to Asia Minor, it quickly spread to Greece, Italy, and southern France. In ancient times, it was associated with eternity and spiritual life, often planted near temples and cemeteries. The Egyptians used its wood to make sarcophagi, while the Greeks used it to make statues and chests. Over time, the cypress tree also found its place in traditional medicine for its circulatory and respiratory properties.

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Properties and benefits of Cypress

Cypress is traditionally recognized for its many benefits:


  • Circulatory and venous: it promotes comfort for heavy legs and supports microcirculation.

  • Respiratory: it helps clear the airways and soothe dry coughs.

  • Toning: its stimulating properties make it an ally during periods of fatigue or convalescence.

  • Regulators: In aromatherapy, cypress essential oil is used to balance the nervous system and calm tension.

Thanks to its invigorating and soothing properties, cypress is considered a balancing plant, ideal for strengthening the body and mind.

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