Description

Palmarosa Cymbopogon martinii Roxb.var martinii

Palmarosa Cymbopogon Martinii Roxb. var Martinii originates from (the Poaceae family – Gramineae).

As long ago as the 14 C Ayurvedic medicine recorded the benefits of palmarosa.  The oil used then for numerous complaints.  A long list including coughs, heart disease, colic, bleeding disorders, epilepsy, sinusitis, fever, and anorexia. Leaves were also added to bath water for perfume whilst providing relief for arthritic pain.  Interestingly, traders from Europe called Palmarosa a ‘Turkish’ or ‘Indian’ Geranium oil.

Both the age and the quality of the oil play an essential role in determining it’s floral aroma and it’s subtle undertones.

Palmerosa comes from the grasses family which thrive abundantly in India. Mainly towards the Himalayan mountains, and then down to the Seychelle Islands and the Comoro islands. According to Arctander, Palmarosa was a natural source of geraniol. Nowadays, however, the demand for pure geraniol has diminished.

A direct resulting of the availability of low cost synthetic versions.

Uses

• Reduces anxiety. and nervous tension.
• Antimicrobial and antifungal treatment.
• Stimulates the cells of the skin to regenerate.
• Serves as powerful insect repellent when applied topically.
• Cardiac restorative.
• Scenting soaps & household products.

Palmarosa Cymbopogon oil, non toxic, non irritating, and non sensitising.

The complete guide to aromatherapy, Third Edition. vol 1 – foundations & materia medica. Salvatore Battaglia

https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/essential-oils/health-benefits-of-palma-rosa-essential-oil.html