With its lemony floral scent, palmarosa helps us nurture our internal garden of love
| Extraction Method: |
Steam Distillation |
| Part of Plant: |
Floral shoots and above ground parts of the plan |
| Country of Origin: |
India |
| Growing Method: |
Wild and Cultivated; Harvested in October and November |
| Description: |
This wild growing plant has long slender stems and terminal flowering tops. The grassy leaves from which the essential oil is derived is extremely fragrant. |
| Aromatic Description: |
When opening the bottle you get a sweet, floral fragrance with a hint of rose and lemon. |
| Aroma Family: |
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| Strength of Aroma: |
Medium to Strong |
| Colour: |
Pale Yellow |
| Consistency: |
Thin to Medium |
| Aromatic Note: |
Middle |
| Evaporation Rate: |
2-4 hours |
| Blends well with: |
Cananga, Geranium, Grapefruit. Juniper, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Guaiacwood, Cedarwood and floral oils. |
| Blending Factor: |
7 |
| Body Systems: |
Circulatory, Digestive, Nervous, Respiratory, Skin care |
| Therapeutic Actions: |
Antidepressant, antifungal, antimicrobial, antiseptic, antiviral, bactericide, cicatrisant, cytophylactic, digestive, febrifuge, hydrating, insect repellant, stimulant (digestive, circulatory), tonic. |
| Clinically Proven: |
Antifungal, antihelminitic, antimicrobial, insect repellent, neuroprotective |
| Common Uses: |
Aromatherapists recommend it as an oil to diffuse during flu epidemics. Its action against viral illnesses and bacteria – coupled with the attractive smell - make it a great oil to use to disinfect a room.
Palmarosa treats stress and nervous exhaustion..
Maggie Tisserand, in her book “Stress: The Aromatic Solution” recommends Palmarosa for alopecia, lack of concentration and depression with apathy and despair.
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| Skincare / Perfumery: |
A cell regenerator, palmarosa balances oil production by any complexion type, but especially with acne or otherwise infected skin.
It is used extensively as a fragrance component in cosmetics, perfumes and especially soaps due to its excellent tenacity.
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| Best form of Application: |
To skin - Massage, compress, bath, ointment, skin care
Inhalation – direct inhalation, sniffy tube, diffuser, oil vaporiser
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| Personality Profile: |
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| Energetics and Subtle Aromatherapy: |
"Palmarosa encourages us to be kind and gentle to ourselves, not overcritical or judgemental, because when we have learned to love who we are, we can love others in the same way. It tenderly creates a space, a garden, in which love can grow." Valerie Ann Worwood |
| Astral Profile: |
Sign: Pisces
Planet: Venus
Element: Water
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| Chakra: |
Heart, Third Eye |
| Colour Therapy: |
Magenta, Pink, Dark yellow, Green |
| Crystal: |
Lapis Lazuli |
| Magical Influences: |
Enthusiam, Healing, Love, Loyalty, Strength |
| History: |
Palmarosa was known as Indian Geranium Oil and used in combination with the more expensive rose oils. It has been used in Aurveydic medicine for centuries with texts dating back to the 14th. |
| Shelf life: |
Users can expect a shelf life of 2-3 Years with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight).
Current Batch exp (tba)
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| Cautions: |
None known. |
Important Note: The information provided is for educational purposes only
Sourced from
Battaglia, S. (2018). The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 3rd Edition. Black Pepper Creative Pty Ltd, Australia.
Battaglia, S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition. The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
Cunningham, S. Magical Aromatherapy. Llewellyn Publications, USA, 1993
Lawless, J. (1995). The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Essential Oils. Element Books Ltd, UK.
Schnaubelt, K. (1999). Medical Aromatherapy - Healing with Essential Oils. Frog Ltd, USA.
Smitha, GR, Varghese, TS, Manivel, P. Cultivation of Palmarosa, ICAR - Directorate of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Research, India
Wildwood, C. (1994). Create Your Own Perfumes using Essential Oils. Piatkus, UK.
Worwood, V. (1995). The Fragrant Heavens - The Spiritual Dimension of Fragrance and Aromatherapy. Doubleday, UK.
Worwood, V. (1999). The Fragrant Mind - Aromatherapy for Personality, Mind, Mood and Emotion. Doubleday, UK.
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