Description

Citronella is a tall perennial grass with tufts of narrow fragrant leaves. Ceylon citronella is native to Sri Lanka. Java citronella is cultivated in the tropics worldwide especially in
Java, Vietnam, Africa, Argentina and Central America.

Botanical Name: Cymbopogon nardus

Aroma Description: Well-rounded lemony scent, though it is much softer and has subtle wood tones.

Origin: Sri Lanka

Therapeutic Properties: Citronella has antiseptic, antidepressant, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, deodorant, insect repellent (mosquitoes), stimulant and tonic properties.

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Plant Part Used: The fresh, partly dried or dried leaf of the grass

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

CAS Numbers: 8000-29-1

Certificate of Analysis: Available upon request

Credits: The information provided, has been extracted from books written by Beverley Hawkins, (West Coast Institute of Aromatherapy) Vancouver, Canada. Hawkins, B. (1999). West Coast Institute of Aromatherapy.