Petitgrain
Botanical Name: Citrus aurantium var. amara
Synonym: C. bigaradia, petitgrain bigarade
Botanical Family: Rutaceae
Country of Origin: France, North Africa and Paraguay
Plant Part: leaves and twigs
Extraction Method: Distillation
Characteristics: Fresh, sweet, floral, sharp
Properties: Antidepressant, antispasmodic, deodorant, sedative
Chemical Constituents:
Geraniol, linalool, nerol, α-terpineol, geranyl acetate, linalyl acetate, myrcene, neryl acetate, trans-ocimene
Indications:
Mind & Spirit:
- Relieves fatigue, insomnia, stress, nervous exhaustion, depression and low energy.
Body:
- Treats backache, muscular tension, respiratory infections, digestive conditions
- Good for skin conditions such as acne and blemishes.
Contraindications: Nil
Note: Middle to Top
Odour Intensity: 5
Blends well with:
Bergamot, cedarwood, clary sage, geranium, lavender, lime, jasmine, neroli, orange, palmarosa, rosemary, rosewood, sandalwood, ylang ylang
Traditions:
Petitgrain means “little grains”. The leaves were used to treat epilepsy, however today it is used in perfumery, cosmetics and as a flavouring to drinks.