Geranium
Botanical Name: Pelargonium graveolens
Synonym: Pelargonium odorantissimum, P.ororatissimum
Botanical Family: Geraniaceae
Country of Origin: South Africa, Spain, Morocco, Egypt, Italy
Plant Part: Leaves and flowers
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Characteristics: Floral, sweet, heavy, tangy
Properties:
Analgesic, anticoagulant, antidepressant, antiseptic, astringent, cicatrizant, cytophylactic, diuretic, deodorant, maemostatic, hypoglycemiant, insecticide, styptic, tonic, vasoconstrictor, vulnerary.Chemical Constituents:
α-pinene, myrcene, limonene, menthone, acetate, citronellol, geraniol, geranyl butyrate
Indications:
Mind & Spirit:
- Relieves anxiety and depression
- Uplifting
- Balances the nervous system
- Energising and yet relaxing.
Body:
- Regulates the hormonal system
- Good for wounds, bruises, eczema, burns, acne, broken veins and mature dry skin
- Clears the body of toxins
- Guards against fluid retention and swollen ankles
- Treats PMS and menopausal symptoms
- Maintains homeostasis of the body
Contraindications: Nil
Note: Middle
Odour Intensity: 6
Blends well with:
Basil, Bay, bergamot, cedarwood, clary sage, frankincense, grapefruit, jasmine, lavender, lemon, lime, neroli, orange, palmarosa, patchouli, petitgrain, rose, rosemary, rosewood, sandalwood, ylang ylang
Traditions:
For centuries geranium has been planted around homes to keep evil spirits at bay. It has been regarded as a great healing plant, used for wounds, tumours, cholera and fractures. Geranium is a fragrance often used in soaps and perfumes.