1. General Information
Botanical Name: Cymbopogon winterianus jowitt.
Plant Part Used: Leaves
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Sourcing Type: Organically grown
2. Chemical & Physical Properties
Appearance: Fluid liquid
Color: Light yellow
Aroma: Fresh and sweet
Notes: Top/Middle
Specific Gravity: 0.8720-0.8951 at 25°C
Refractive Index: 1.461-1.488 at 25°C
Optical Rotation: (-)2.15-(-)3.63 at 25°C
3. Purity & Certification
100% Pure & Natural (Adulteration-Free Statement)
Certifications (USDA Organic, ECOCERT, GMP, etc.)
GC/MS Analysis Available
4. Uses and Applications
Leaves are used for their aromatic and medicinal value in many cultures for fever, intestinal parasites, digestive and menstrual problems as a stimulant and an insect repellent.
Skin care : Excessive perspiration, oily skin, insect repellent.
Immune system : Cold, flu, minor infections.
Nervous system : Fatigue, headache, migraine, neuralgia and stress related conditions.
In perfumery for its lemon scent, in soaps, cosmetics and in the manufacturing of chocolate, candies, fish products, sauces etc. It is used as anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anti-spasmodic as well as insect repellent.
Citronella oil is also used to combat excessive sweating and useful for combating oily skin and fighting intestinal.