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| Specifics | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Country of Orgin: | Indonesia | Extraction Method: | Steam Distillation |
| Chemical Families: | Aldehydes, Monoterpenols | Plant Parts: | Grass |
| Cultivations: | Distiller is Certified Organic | Botanical Families: | Poaceae |
| Aromas: | Citrus, Fresh, Lemony, Sweet, Woody | Notes: | Top/Middle |
Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions
Citronella Java, cultivated in the tropics, is a perennial from a shallowly rooted rhizome. The essential oil is steam distilled from the grass.
As an insect repellent it has been used effectively with Cedarwood (Juniperus virginiana) to control mosquito's, ants & fleas around the home and the garden.
Citronella Java has been known for centuries as an effective mosquito repellent. However, this essential oil has much more to offer!
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Therapeutic Properties
- Antifungal - inhibits growth of fungus (also effective against candida)
- Antimicrobial - helps the body strengthen its resistance to infective organisms
- Analgesic
- Anti-inflammatory - alleviates inflammation, cooling
- CNS Sedative
- Anti-oxidant
- Anticonvulsant
- Deodorizer
- Astringent
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Calming
Cools and cleanses to reduce negative emotions
Recipe
Sleepy time
10 drops Lavender
10 drops Fragonia
5 drops Citronella Java
5 drops Melissa
Add to a 2 oz unscented lotion. Rub on arms and chest at bedtime.
References:
1. Willmont, Denis. Aromatherapy with Chinese Medicine. 2nd edition, Wilmountain Press, USA, 2008
2. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999
3. Lawless J. The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, Elemental Books Limited, England, 1995.
4. Schnaubelt K. Advanced Aromatherapy,The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1998
Safety
According to Tisserand, there are no safety issues. There have been very few reported cases of sensitization.
