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Common Juniper

July 2, 2026 · Omnia Sana

Juniperus communis

Family: Cupressaceae · Parts used: Fruit, Leaf, Stem · Also known as: Juniper, Juniper “berries” / juniper cone berries, Eneberries / Enebær, Jeneverbes (EMA/HMPC, 2023)

Key actions

AntimicrobialAntioxidantDigestive aidDiureticUrinary antiseptic

Traditional & clinical uses, by strength of evidence

BloatingTraditional
IndigestionTraditional
Infection (general)Traditional
Swelling / fluid retentionTraditional
Urinary supportTraditional
Urinary tract infection (UTI)Traditional
WoundsTraditional

Selected studies & references

ReviewZimbro (Juniperus communis L.) as a Promising Source of Bioactive Compounds and Biomedical Activities: A Review on Recent Trends (2022)

ReviewPotential of Juniperus communis L as a nutraceutical in human and veterinary medicine (2019)

ReviewA Phytopharmacological Review on a Medicinal Plant: Juniperus communis (2014)

PreclinicalInsights into Molecular Mechanisms of Anticancer Activity of Juniperus communis Essential Oil in HeLa and HCT 116 Cells (2024)

PreclinicalJuniperus communis extract ameliorates lipopolysaccharide-induced acute kidney injury through the adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase pathway (2022)

PreclinicalEvaluation of anticancer effects of Juniperus communis extract on hepatocellular carcinoma cells in vitro and in vivo (2021)

PreclinicalJuniperus communis extract induces cell cycle arrest and apoptosis of colorectal adenocarcinoma in vitro and in vivo (2021)

PreclinicalJuniperus communis essential oil limits the biofilm formation of Mycobacterium avium and Mycobacterium intracellulare on polystyrene in a temperature-dependent manner (2020)

All 18 studies in the Knowledge Finder →

Educational use only. This profile summarises traditional and scientific sources for reference. It is not medical advice and not a substitute for a qualified practitioner. Some plants carry safety cautions and drug interactions — always check before use.

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