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Facts about skin from the New Zealand Dermatological Society Incorporated. Topic index: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

Sunflower

Common name: Sunflower
Botanical name: Helianthus annuus
Family: Compositae
Origin: North America
Description:
Uses:
Allergens: Sesquiterpene lactones
Allergy: Airborne allergic contact dermatitis.
Cross reactions: Other Compositae/Asteraceae.
Other information:
Patch test:

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