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Citronella Essential Oil

Botanical name: Cymbopogon Nardus
Botanical family: Gramineae

Note: Top

Part of plant used: Grass

Origin: Citronella is found in Sri Lanka, Java, Burma, Madagascar and South America.

Description: Sweet lemony smell.

History: Citronella was originally known as Andropogon Nardus.

Properties and Indications:

• Highly antiseptic
• Deodorant
• Excellent insect repellant
• Helpful for headaches and migraines
• Stimulating for the whole body and mind
• Balancing for the nervous system
• Can be effective for rheumatic pains and Aching muscles

Personality:

• Can help ease depression

Blending:

• Bergamot, Cajuput, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Lavender, Neroli, Peppermint, Petitgrain, Ylang Ylang.

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