Name : Geranium
Species : Pelargonium graveolens
Method : Steam distillation
Note Classification : Middle
Scent : Sweet, slightly floral
Colour : Green to olive
Family: Geraniaceae
Extracted From : Flowers, leaves and stalks.
Region : Egypt, Russia, and China:
Of Interest : There are approximately 700 varieties of geranium, only about 10 of which supply essential oil.
Aromatherapy Properties :
Nervous System: Nervous tension and stress.
Respiratory : Sore throats, tonsillitis.
Skin : Acne, congested skin, dermatitis, eczema, haemorrhoids, lice, bruises, burns,
Circulation: Cellulitis, , engorgement of breasts, oedema.
Urinary and Endocrine System: Reproductive disorders, menopause, PMT.
Blends Well With : Basil, bergamot, black pepper, chamomile roman, clary sage, clove, cypress, fennel, frankincense, ginger, grapefruit, jasmine, juniper, lavender, lemon, mandarin, neroli, orange, palmarosa, patchouli, peppermint, rose, rosemary, sandalwood.
Safety Data: Non-toxic, non-irritant, generally non-sensitizing; possible contact dermatitis in hypersensitive individuals, especially with the Bourbon type.
