Latin: Cymbopogan nardus Family: Graminaceae
Country: Costa Rica
Extraction: Steam Distillation Part distilled: Fresh grass
Odor: Fresh, crisp, lemony Chemical Class: alcohol
Major Constituents:alcohols: geraniol, borneol, citronellol
aldehydes: citronellal, esters: butyrate & geranyl formates
phenol: isoeugenol
Traditional Uses: antiseptic, antibacterial, antidepressant, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, deodorant, diaphoretic, diuretic (?), febrifuge, fungicidal, insect repellent, (mosquitos), stomachic, tonic,(uterine, neurotonic, cardiotonic) stimulant, vermifuge.
Purity: 100%
Skin: excessive perspiration, oily skin and hair, insect-mosquito repellent & room deodorizer.
Muscular/Skeletal: rheumatism and arthritis pain.
Cardio-vascular/ Lymphatic: speeds heartbeat.
Immune: colds, flu, minor infections.
Digestive: colitis, intestinal infections; intestinal parasites.
Genito-Urinary/ Reproductive: eases pelvic pain.
Nervous Brain/ Mind: fatigue, headache, migraine, neuralgia, clears the mind.
Emotional/Energetic: Strengthens our will by stimulating our solar plexus chakra. Associated with the color yellow it uplifts the spirit and dispels depression.
Blends well with: Cedarwood, eucalyptus, geranium, lavender, lemon, peppermint, rosemary, sage, tea tree.