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Neroli

Neroli

Latin Name: Citrus aurantium
Description of Appearance: The Neroli plant is a citrus tree with glossy dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers.
Common Names:
  • Neroli
  • Orange Blossom

Health Information

Health uses for this plant

Skin health

Active Ingredients: Geraniol, a monoterpenoid with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
Part Of Plant Used: Flowers
Preperation Method: Infusions or extracts for skincare products to promote healthy skin

Insomnia relief

Active Ingredients: Linalool and nerolidol, compounds known for their sedative effects
Part Of Plant Used: Flowers
Preperation Method: Essential oil diffusion or topical application for calming effects

Anxiety relief

Active Ingredients: Linalool, a terpenoid alcohol with sedative and anxiety-reducing properties
Part Of Plant Used: Flowers
Preperation Method: Essential oil extraction from the flowers for aromatherapy or topical application

Active Phytochemical

Active phytochemicals found in this plant

Geraniol

Description Geraniol is a monoterpenoid alcohol that is commonly found in essential oils of various plants such as roses, geraniums, and citronella. It has a sweet and floral aroma.

Linalool

Description Linalool is a naturally occurring terpene alcohol that is commonly found in many flowers and spice plants.

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Citronella

Citronella
Latin Name: Cymbopogon nardus
Description of Appearance: Citronella is a tall, aromatic grass with long, slender leaves and clusters of small flowers.
Common Names:
  • Citronella
  • Lemongrass
  • Barbed wire grass

Citronella

Citronella
Latin Name: Cymbopogon nardus
Description of Appearance: Citronella is a tall, aromatic grass with long, slender leaves and clusters of small flowers.
Common Names:
  • Citronella
  • Lemongrass
  • Barbed wire grass

Lavender

Lavender
Latin Name: Lavandula
Description of Appearance: Lavandula is a fragrant herb with narrow, silver-green leaves and clusters of purple flowers on tall stems.
Common Names:
  • Lavender

Basil

Basil
Latin Name: Ocimum basilicum
Description of Appearance: Aromatic herb with green leaves
Common Names:
  • Basil

Rosewood

Rosewood
Latin Name: Dalbergia
Description of Appearance: Dalbergia is a genus of small to large trees, known for their dark, dense, and durable timber. The leaves are typically pinnate, and the flowers are small and often fragrant.
Common Names:
  • Rosewood
  • Brazilian Rosewood
  • African Blackwood

Citrus

Citrus
Latin Name: Citrus species
Description of Appearance: Citrus plants are small to medium-sized trees with glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers. They produce round, juicy fruits known as citrus fruits.
Common Names:
  • Citrus
  • Orange tree
  • Lemon tree
  • Lime tree
  • Grapefruit tree
  • Mandarin tree
  • Tangerine tree

Cinnamon Bark

Cinnamon Bark
Latin Name: Cinnamomum verum
Description of Appearance: Cinnamomum verum is a small evergreen tree with aromatic bark and leaves.
Common Names:
  • Cinnamon Bark