Benefits
Citronella essential oil strongly benefits the mind and spirit. It can be relaxing, clarifying, stimulating and balancing for the mind. It helps with intestinal problems as it relieves most stomach and intestinal cramps. It is also extremely useful for women in suffering from menstrual uterine cramping.
Instructions for Use
Citronella can be added into one of the essential oils, and then rubbed into areas that have aches like the joints and bones. It is also mixed with lemon and taken for internal functions or even to ward off or repel insects since it is a very good insect repellant. Simply apply citronella oil to a cotton ball and then place it on a window sill to repel insects and prevent them from coming indoors.
History and Additional Information
Citronella is a tropical rain forest aromatic perennial plant that originated in Sri Lanka and since then has spread through Africa, Argentina and Vietnam. It is very good in repelling of insects from wherever it is placed and boasts of much other medicinal and herbal importance.
Details
- Latin/Botanical Name: Cymbopogon Nardus
- Other Names: Java Citronella
- Family: Pelargonium
- Part of Plant Used: stem
- Place of Origin: Sri Lanka
Characteristics
- Odor/Fragrance: citrusy, slightly fruity, fresh and sweet.
- Color: clear
- Aroma Strength: Medium
- Consistency: Thin
- Note: Top
Blending Suggestions: Juniper, lemon, lemon eucalyptus, basil, catnip, cedar wood, myrrh, pennyroyal, rose geranium/
Safety Precautions for this Essential Oil: In some cases, citronella might cause sensitization, but on a general note, it is non-irritating and non-toxic. Do not take it orally, do not rub concentrated citronella on your skin and if you are epileptic, pregnant, with cancer or liver damage, use under doctor’s prescription.
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