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Citronella Java has a well rounded lemon citrus scent having a subtle
woody aroma. Having the Botanical Name of Cymbopogon Winterianus, the
leaves of the plant are steam distilled to extract the oil. Citronella
oil is extracted from a resilient grass (Cymbopogon nardus) native to
Sri Lanka and Java.
COMMON NAMES:
Zeylanicum
CONSTITUENTS:
Volatile Oil, Tannin and mucilage, citronellot, geraniol, and citronella
BLENDS WITH:
Citronella Java blends well with most oils, but specifically well with
Bergamot, Bitter Orange, Cedarwood, Geranium, Lemon, Orange, Lavender
and Pine.
USES:
Citronella Java is credited
with having therapeutic properties as an antiseptic, deodorant,
insecticide, parasitic, tonic and as a stimulant. Many commercial
repellents contain Citronella Java, and it is often used in combination
with Cedarwood to produce a pleasant smelling natural insect repellent.
It is also used in soaps and candles, and has common applications in
massage.
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