Palmarosa Oil, Wildcrafted Essential Oil from Nepal

Palmarosa Oil

(Cymbopogon martinii)

Therapeutic Grade
Wildcrafted Source

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From Ananda Aromatherapy, pure Palmarosa essential oil steam distilled steam distilled from wild Palmarosa grass leaves grown in Nepal. This is a very nice oil with a fine aroma ~ excellent for all aromatherapy and skin care uses.

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Native to the Indian subcontinent, Palmarosa is a wild herbaceous plant, growing to a height of nine feet (three meters). With long, slender stems, fragrant grassy leaves, and flowers in ‘terminal’ clusters Palmarosa is a member of the Cymbopogon (formerly Andropogon) genus of aromatic tropical grasses. Palmarosa has a soft, lemony-fresh green scent with hints of geranium and rose. Considered a “middle-note”, Palmarosa essential oil is extracted by steam or water distillation of the fresh or dried grass.

Also known as (Indian) rosha, Palmarosa oil has been distilled since the 18 th century. Featured in the Indian Materia Medica, Palmarosa essential oil and the dried herb are both used in Ayurvedic medicine. Palmarosa essential oil is recommended for neuralgia, lumbago, sciatica, and rheumatic pains. The herb is used to (treat) fevers, dyspepsia, and colitis.

In terms of traditional oriental medicine, Palmarosa oil is cool and moist in energy. Like both Rose and Geranium, Palmarosa clears heat and strengthens yin-energy (the body’s calming, moistening functions). It is thought beneficial to the skin because of it's moisture balancing effects.

Palmarosa essential oil may be beneficial for candida, the cardiovascular system, circulation, digestion, infection,, nervous system, and rashes. It is valuable for all types of skin problems because it stimulates new cell growth, regulates oil production, moisturizes and speeds healing. Palmarosa’s most common application is in the treatment of skin challenges as well as in general skin care. Its ability to tonify the yin gives it a superb hydrating property. Palmarosa is helpful for dry, undernourished skin conditions. Palmarosa is cooling and anti-inflammatory making it applicable for wrinkles, dermatitis, eczema, and psoriasis. The oils anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-viral properties make it indicated for a wide variety of skin infections, including acne, boils, shingles, and mycosis (fungal infections).

Combined with Lavender, Tea Tree, and Geranium essential oils, Palmarosa oil can often assist in clearing genitor-urinary infections, such as cystitis, urethritis, and vaginitis.

A cardio-tonic and nervous relaxant, Palmarosa essential oil helps to stabilize both the Heart and nervous system. Reinforcing the Heart-yin and calming the Mind (Shen), it is indicted for palpations, restlessness, insomnia, and anxiety.

The elegant, long stems of this aromatic grass convey the principle of flow or movement. Its zylem tissue transports water and nutrients from the roots to the plants aerial parts; while its phloem tissue transports nutrients manufactures in the leaves to other parts of the plant. All the while the stem tissues are also used for water and food storage (this function is yin in nature).

Conveying a sense of movement, containment, and contentment (purna), palmarosa essential oil encourages free-flowing adaptability and a sense of security and trust in the divine flow of life. The gentleness of Palmarosa’s lemony-rose aroma is both soothing and astringent, dispersing, and gathering. Palmarosa essential oil (like rose oil) centers, supports, and softens the Heart and Mind (Shen), and similar to lemon essential oil, Palmarosa can assist in clearing away oppression.

Palmarosa essential oil is especially good for hot conditions where there is a tendency towards tension and exhaustion. Palmarosa is suited for individuals who suffer from nervousness, and insecurity, but who, in addition, cannot abide change, and the frequent absence of intimate loved ones. Palmarosa is appropriate as well for those who feel “clingy” jealous or possessive.

The pale yellow or olive colored liquid is characterized by a sweet, floral, rose-like scent. Palmarosa essential oil blends well with basil, fennel, geranium, lemongrass, myrtle, pine, thyme, sandalwood, cedarwood, and floral oils.

Palmarosa oil is non-toxic, non-irritating, and non-sensitizing. If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult physician.

Properties: Antibacterial, antidepressive, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, astringent (mild), calmative, cardiotonic, cellular regenerator, febrifuge, neurotonic, uterine tonic.

Suggested
Uses:

Diffuse Palmarosa oil or apply topically.

Possible Actions:

Cooling, skin healing, anxiety reducing

Cautions:

Always test a small amount of essential oil first for sensitivity or allergic reaction. If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult a physician.

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Ananda Aromatherapy
Essential Oils:

All oils from Ananda Aromatherapy are therapeutic grade, meaning they are produced to the highest quality standards possible. Our essential oils are chosen for their integrity (all chemical constituents important for aromatherapy are intact), ecological 'soundness' (many are claimed organic, certified organic, or wild grown), and wonderful aromas. You may order a sample of any oil before trying larger amounts. Most samples are about .75ml (as is this Palmarosa Oil), though exotics such as Melissa, Rose, Angelica and Jasmine are only a few drops, but certainly enough to enjoy their aroma!

Disclaimer: No claims are made as to any medicinal value of this Palmarosa oil. The information presented here is for educational purposes of traditional uses and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases. (more...)

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