Olive tree Allergy: Complete Guide
Summary — Olive tree
- Scientific name
- Olea europaea
- Family
- Oleaceae
- Season
- May to June
- Zones
- Mediterranean basin
- Toxicity (Ct)
- 1 — Standard
Olive tree Pollination Period
Olive tree pollen is active from May to June. Monthly pollination calendar:
Jan
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AirPollens Tip
Check our real-time map to see current olive tree pollen levels in your city.
Geographic zones
Olive tree is mainly found in: Mediterranean basin.
Symptoms of Olive tree allergy
- Sneezing fits, especially in the morning
- Rhinitis: runny nose
- Allergic conjunctivitis: red, watery, itchy eyes
- Nasal congestion
- Fatigue and irritability
AirPollens Toxicity Coefficient
The toxicity coefficient (Ct) of olive tree is 1. Its allergenic potential is standard.
Cross allergies
People allergic to olive tree pollen may react to certain foods. Complete guide to cross allergies.
Tips and prevention
- Check the AirPollens map every morning
- Go out after rain (pollen is washed away)
- Keep windows closed during peak pollination
- Rinse your nose with saline solution in the evening
- Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes
Real-time data
Track olive tree pollen levels in real time on the AirPollens interactive map.
Sources
Data from Open-Meteo CAMS, Atmo France, RNSA, EAN and Copernicus. Toxicity coefficient calculated by the proprietary AirPollens algorithm.