Palmarosa Cymbopogon martini var. motia

Palmarosa Cymbopogon martini var. motia
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Batch: PRS-103     GC/MS Report
Distillation Date: Summer 2009

Specifics

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Country of Origin: South Africa Extraction Method:
Chemical Families: Monoterpenols Plant Part: Grass
Cultivation: Unsprayed Botanical Families: Poaceae
Aromas: Citrus, Floral, Fresh, Rosy, Sweet
Note: Top/Middle

Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions

Palmarosa is used for many kinds of skin issues including dry skin, swellings, dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, skin infections, and fungus. It helps to balance sebum production and stimulate cell regeneration. The effect of Palmarosa on the nervous system is calming, yet uplifting. Palmarosa is an excellent immune stimulant and will help the body heal from all sorts of infections. It is also used for heart palpitations, spasms, pain, insomnia, and to reduce anxiety. It has a light, rosy/citrus aroma.

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Traditional Knowledge

  • Antifungal - inhibits growth of fungus
  • Anti infectious/immune stimulating
  • Anti-inflammatory - alleviates inflammation on skin
  • Analgesic - reduces or eliminates pain
  • Anti-bacterial - inhibits bacteria
  • Antispasmodic
  • Cardiotonic - stabilizing the heart
  • Calming (Nervous System tonic)
  • Cooling
  • Hydrating (moisturizing)
  • Immune stimulant
  • Febrifuge - reduces fever

Emotional and Energetic Qualities

Stabilizes the heart, opens the breath
Calms the mind
Reduces anxiety, restlessness
Supports a sense of adaptability
Calms jealous and possessive feelings

Recipe

Dry Skin Tonic
5 drops Palmarosa
5 drops Sandalwood
5 drops Myrrh
2 drops Patchouli

Add to 3/4 oz. of Shea butter mixed with 1/4 oz. of Jojoba. Apply at night before bed.

References:

1. Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. 2nd edition, The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
2. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999
3. Mojay G. Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Henry Holt and Company Inc., England, 1996
4. Schnaubelt K. Advanced Aromatherapy, The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1998

Safety Issues

No safety issues specific to this oil.

GC/MS Reports

PRS-103 Gas Chromatography / Mass Spectometry Report

GC/MS Report Archive


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