Citronella, Cymbopogon sp.
Pure Essential Oil

C. nardus from Sri Lanka (Ceylon) C. winterianus from Indonesia (Java) e.o. is obtained by steam distillation of the leaves. When ordering, ask if you have a preference for the species. Yellow to brownish liquid with warm, woody and grassy odour.

Main Components: citronellal, limonene, citronellol, geraniol, camphene, borneol.
Actions*: antiseptic, antifungal, insecticide, tonic.
Applications*: protects from mosquitos, arthritis, rheumatism, muscular pain, fatigue and nervous exhaustion, colds, flu, excessive perspiration.
Safety data: non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitizing.

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