Obtained by steam distillation of the leaves. This essential oil is pale yellow with a light sweet-spicy scent.Variable in composition.
Main Components: linalol, methyl chavicol.
Actions*: antiseptic, digestive, antiinflammative, tonic, antidepressant, equilibrates autonomous nervous ststem, releases cramps.
Applications*: topical and oral for dystonia of the digestive tract and nervous system, irritability, insect bites, muscular aches and rheumatism, bronchitis, sinusitis and earache.
Safety data: non-toxic, non-irritant, avoid during pregnancy.