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Orange (sweet)

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“Invigorating, calming,
    good for depression, nervous tension”





Latin name: Citrus sinensis

Description of plant: An evergreen tree, reaching a height of 4.5–10 m, producing white flowers followed by orange fruit. Native to China but cultivated worldwide

Nature of oil: Yellowy-orange with a sweet and refreshing aroma; uplifting, warming and cheering

Method of oil extraction: Cold expression of the skin of the fruit

Blends well with: Other citrus essential oils, clary sage, coriander (and other spice oils), frankincense, geranium, lavender, myrrh, neroli, patchouli, rosemary

Specific precautions required: Phototoxic; may irritate sensitive skin

Stress-relieving properties include: Invigorating; calming; good for depression, nervous tension and other stress-related disorders, self-consciousness, withdrawal, worry

Medical properties include: Antidepressant, antiseptic, antibacterial; good for bronchitis, colds and flu, indigestion


Sources

  1. Wildwood C. Aromatherapy. Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 1996.
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Last updated: 01 January 2016

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