Acetophenone is a ketone. It can be found in small amounts in helichrysum.
Many ketones can be toxic internally and topically. Some can be convulsant, toxic to the liver, or neurotoxic in high doses. Do not overuse or use for prolonged periods of time.
Links to Plants Containing Acetophenone
RESEARCH
The listings of research below represents a compilation of scientific articles found on the topic, with a very brief overview description of each article/study. This compilation of research articles does not necessarily imply that there are adequate results to demonstrate safe and/or effective human use of any herb listed.
ANTIBACTERIAL
- Against Peniciullium, H. italicum’s phloroglucinol and acetophenone components were effective. From: Tomás-Barberán, F., Iniesta-Sanmartín, E., Tomás-Lorente, F., & Rumbero, A. (1990). Antimicrobial phenolic compounds from three Spanish Helichrysum species. Phytochemistry, 29(4), 1093-1095.
By: Kathy Sadowski
Updated: 1/11/19
