Sugandha Kokila Cinnamomum Glaucescens
Specifics
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| Country of Origin: Nepal | Extraction Method: Steam Distilled |
| Chemical Families: Monoterpenes, Esters, Oxides | Plant Part: Dried Fruit |
| Cultivation: Plant was Wild Crafted | Botanical Families: Lauraceae |
| Aromas: Camphoraceous, Exotic and Sensual, Spicy, Sweet, Warm and Radiant | |
| Note: Middle |
Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions
Sugandha Kokila increases circulation, reduces pain and inflammation in the muscles and joints, relieves arthritis (great blended with juniper). Also helps to control infections.
This Nepalese distiller has formed a farmer cooperative where local and indigenous people participate in cultivation and production of aromatic plants. These people have significantly raised their socio-economic status as the cooperative is providing employment and promoting cultivation in community forest and private land owned by the farmers. All the Nepalese oils are beautiful oils with a deep connection to the culture and history of this amazing country.
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Traditional Knowledge
- Analgesic
- Antimicrobial - helps the body strengthen its resistance to infective organisms
- Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections (urinary, pulmonary)
- Anti-inflammatory - alleviates inflammation, cooling
- Anti-spasmodic
- Bactericidal - destructive to bacteria
- Decongestant
- Expectorant - removes excess mucus from respiratory system
- Mucolytic - breaks down mucus (pulmonary)
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Emotionally Uplifting
Clears the mind and aids concentration
Soothes exhaustion and encourages sense of extra support
Recipe
Headache Blend
6 drops Sugandha Kokila
8 drops Frankincense
3 drops Peppermint
Blend into 1 oz of trauma oil and apply to the back of your neck often.
Safety Issues
If oxidized, it may cause irritation or sensitization. It may antidote homeopathic remedies. It is too strong to use with babies or young children on their faces or in a steam. Care must be taken when using with asthmatics.
