Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Rose Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens) has a long-standing use in traditional herbal medicine and aromatherapy, where it is believed to promote emotional balance and alleviate symptoms of depression. The essential oil is often diffused, inhaled, or used in massage practices with the intent to uplift mood and reduce stress. Historical and traditional texts from various cultures mention its calming and mood-enhancing properties, but these claims are largely anecdotal and have not been systematically validated by modern clinical research.

There is limited scientific evidence directly supporting the use of Rose Geranium for the treatment or support of depression. Some small studies and animal models suggest possible anxiolytic (anxiety-reducing) and mild antidepressant effects of its aroma, but these findings are preliminary, not specific to clinical depression, and often confounded by study design limitations. No large-scale, high-quality randomized controlled trials have demonstrated its efficacy for treating depression in humans. As such, its use is primarily justified by traditional use and anecdotal reports rather than robust scientific validation.

In summary, Rose Geranium is traditionally used for mood support, but current scientific evidence supporting its use for depression is weak and insufficient to recommend it as a treatment for this condition.

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