Essential oils at a glance


Geranium



Geranium – image

“Good for insomnia,
    promotes relaxation and reduces stress”





Latin name: Pelargonium graveolens

Description of plant: An aromatic shrub that grows to a height of 1 m, native to South Africa, with rose-pink flowers

Nature of oil: A greenish oil with strong sweet and rosy aroma and a hint of mint; refreshing and uplifting

Method of oil extraction: Steam distillation of the leaves, stalks and flowers

Blends well with: Bergamot, black pepper, clary sage, coriander, clove, elemi, jasmine, juniper berry, lavender, neroli, patchouli, petitgrain, rosemary, sandalwood, vetiver

Specific precautions required: May irritate very sensitive skin

Stress-relieving properties include: Healing; good for acute fear, extreme mood swings, balance, tranquillity, humour, nervous tension and other stress-related disorders

Medical properties include: Antiseptic, antibacterial, diuretic, insecticide; good for rheumatism, fever, menstrual problems, digestive problems, intestinal parasites; aids healing


Sources

  1. Wildwood C. Aromatherapy. Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 1996.

For the best effects, it is advisable to buy pure essential oils. Products containing synthetic ingredients will not provide the same degree of benefit.

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Last updated: 14 May 2015

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