Abstract: As a beautiful flower, lily of the valley exudes a charming fragrance and is one of the favorite plants of many people. But is the fragrance of lily of the valley really harmless? Many people do not know that the fragrance of lily of the valley contains toxic substances. This article will introduce in detail the ingredients and hazards of lily of the valley from two aspects...
As a beautiful flower, lily of the valley exudes a charming fragrance and is one of the favorite plants of many people. But is the fragrance of lily of the valley really harmless? Many people do not know that the fragrance of lily of the valley contains toxic substances. This article will introduce in detail the dangers of lily of the valley from two aspects: its components and hazards.
The components of lily of the valley flower fragrance contains a large amount of aromatic aldehydes, such as benzaldehyde, p-cresol, o-cresol, etc. Although these substances have antibacterial and insect repellent effects to a certain extent, if inhaled too much, they will cause certain harm to the human body.
Harms of lily flowers 1. Affects the respiratory system
The aromatic aldehydes in lily flowers are irritating and can cause symptoms such as dizziness, cough, and shortness of breath after long-term inhalation. In severe cases, it can also lead to respiratory diseases such as bronchitis and emphysema.
2. Causes allergic reactions The fragrance of lily of the valley also contains volatile organic compounds, which can easily cause allergic reactions in the human body, such as skin itching, runny nose, sneezing, etc. In severe cases, dangerous situations such as allergic shock may occur.
3. Affects the nervous system Inhaling the fragrance of lily of the valley for a long time will have an impact on the human nervous system, causing symptoms such as dizziness, headache, fatigue, and even affecting people's cognitive and thinking abilities.
4. Some components in the fragrance of lily of the valley that affect the reproductive system will also have an impact on the human reproductive system. Men may experience problems such as reduced sperm count and quality, while women may affect ovarian function and the development of the endometrium.
5. Increasing the risk of cancer Chemicals such as benzaldehyde in lily flowers are considered carcinogens, and long-term exposure to these substances can increase the risk of cancer.
6. Effects on pregnant women and infants Inhaling the fragrance of lily of the valley can have a negative impact on the fetus, leading to congenital malformations or mental retardation. At the same time, the fragrance of lily of the valley may also be transmitted to infants through breast milk, adversely affecting infant health.
7. Poisonous reactions If you are exposed to the fragrance of lily flowers for a long time, it will produce a toxic reaction to the human body, which will manifest as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and other symptoms. In severe cases, you may even cause coma or death.
8. Hazardous animals The fragrance of lily of the valley also causes harm to animals, such as the respiratory system, skin and digestive system of cats, dogs and other animals.
Although the flower of lily of the valley exudes a charming aroma, the aromatic aldehydes contained in it can cause harm to humans and animals. When using lily of the valley, you must pay attention to controlling its aroma concentration and avoid long-term exposure to its aroma environment. Especially pregnant women, infants and people with allergies should use it with caution.