Citronella Grass: Cymbopogon nardus L.

Citronella Grass Essential Oil

Latin Name: Cymbopogon nardus L.

Source: Indonesia

Part of plant: Cut Herb

Grade: Organic

Aroma Character: Warm-woody, grassy

Blends Well with: Orange, Geranium, Lemon

Citronella Grass Properties: Disinfectant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial; anti-spasmodic, analgesic; digestive tonic; vascular expansion; repels insects; deodorizes, hygienic antiseptic.

Citronella Grass Indications: Infectious and inflammatory ailments, complaints of stomach-intestinal tract, colitis, malaria; diabetes; rheumatism; vegetative dystonia.

Citronella Grass Main Components: D-citronellal,neral, 1-borneol, geraniol, nerol, methyl eugenol, sesquicitronellene.

Citronella Grass Contraindications, side effects: None known for normal dosage.

Citronella Grass essential oil is obtained from a scented grass that grows wild and cultivated in Sri Lanka and other tropical areas. The leaves of Citronella are used for their aromatic and medicinal value in many cultures, for fever, intestinal parasites, digestive and menstrual problems. Its most widespread use is as an insect repellent. It is used in Chinese traditional medicine for rheumatic pain.

Citronella Grass essential oil is a yellow-brown, mobile liquid with a fresh, powerful lemony scent. Used within candles to keep insects and mosquitoes away in the home and outdoors. Because of its insect repelling properties it is often overlooked as a good oil for relieving painful muscles and joints, nervous fatigue, migraines and headaches.