Botanical name:
Litsea cubeba
Positive and revitalising
Please note: The information below is meant to give a brief outline of how an oil can be applied by a trained aromatherapist.
Please do not use this information as a guide for how to use essential oils at home.
Properties and applications:
Topical Circulatory System - muscular aches and pains, stiff muscles, poor circulation
Immune Stimulant - colds, coughs, influenza
Carminative - indigestion, flatulence, sluggish digestion
Hypotensive - hypertension
Euphoric - depression, chronic conditions, lack of confidence, general unhappiness
Family:
Lauraceae
Country of origin:
China
Part of plant used:
Fruit
Method of extraction:
Steam distillation
Blends with:
Woods and spice oils.
Chemical character:
Aldehyde type
Safety information:
Caution - Hypersensitive, avoid diseased, delicate, damaged or children's skin,
Odour profile:
Sweet, intense sherbet lemon notes
Plant description:
Small tropical tree with lemon scented leaves, yellow flowers and tiny pepper shaped fruit.
Historical use:
Used in Chinese medicine to treat a variety of complaints.