May Chang
“Good for worry, depression,
irritability, stress, mental tiredness”
Latin name: Litsea cubeba
Description of plant: An evergreen tree growing to a height of ~5–12 m, native to Southeast Asia, producing small fruits similar in size to peppers
Nature of oil: A sweet lemony and fruity fragrance; uplifting, calming and cooling
Method of oil extraction: Steam distillation from the fruit
Blends well with: Basil, bergamot, geranium, ginger, jasmine, lavender, lemon, neroli, orange, petitgrain, rose, rosemary, rosewood, ylang ylang
Specific precautions required: Possibly sensitizing in some individuals
Stress-relieving properties include: Good for worry, depression, irritability, stress, mental tirednessGood for worry, depression, irritability, stress, mental tiredness
Medical properties include: Antidepressant, antiseptic, astringent, insecticide, stimulant, tonic; good for acne, colds, depressions, dermatitis, indigestion
Sources
- Wildwood C. Aromatherapy. Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 1996.