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Frequent changes in the interpretation of the scientific name of Chamomile German have led to confusion over the past two decades. The current accepted scientific name is \u003cem\u003eMatricaria recutita\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod of Extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eChamomile German oil is steam distilled from the dried flower heads. The essential oil content is highest at the beginning of flowering,. Drying the flowers at 40 to 45 degrees Celsius is reported to preserve the matricarin and the essential oil is reputed to be the best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Conventional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical and Traditional Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Since antiquity, chamomile flowers have been used internally for digestive disorders and externally for skin and mucous membrane irritations. It has been difficult to ascertain which species were used historically, as many plants within the Compositae family, or, in the most recent botanical nomenclature, Asteraceae family, were referred to by the common name of Chamomile. Chamomile German flowers are extensively used as a herbal tea. The oil is extensively used in cosmetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePharmacology and Clinical Studies\u003c\/strong\u003e: The anti-inflammatory properties of Chamomile German oil are well documented when used topically. The accepted wisdom is that the anti-inflammatory activity of chamomile is mainly due to chamazulene. This blue compound is formed from matricarin by steam distillation. In other words, the compound found naturally in chamomile is matricarin, and this is converted into chamazulene by the action of the steam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe antiphlogistic effects of alpha-bisabolol found in Chamomile German have been proven in experiments on adjuvant arthritis. Experiments showed that alpha-bisabolol had a greater effect than bisabolol oxides A and B. It was suggested that standardising the content of alpha-bisabolol was important to the antiphlogistic effectiveness of chamomile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen sourcing Chamomile German essential oil for its antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties, attention should be paid to the presence of alpha-bisabolol, as it contributes greatly to its effects. Chamomile German essential oil is rich in monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes which exhibit cholagogue and choleretic activity. The herbal extract and essential oil have a dose-dependent spasmolytic effect on the smooth muscle of the intestine and also demonstrated liver regenerating properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe above research confirms the traditional uses of Chamomile German. In many instances, it is preferred to use the whole extract rather than just the essential oil alone; in this way the lipophilic and hydrophilic constituents can be utilised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eChildren's Remedy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Chamomile German is considered one of the gentlest of essential oils and is particularly beneficial for treating children. It may be used to alleviate the pain associated with teething infants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigestive System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: Chamomile German essential oil can be used in treating colic, dyspepsia and indigestion. The oil stimulates the liver and gall bladder and is recommended for poor appetite and slow painful digestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImmune System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: It has the ability to neutralise toxic bacterial metabolic waste, which are often the cause of fever during acute illness. It is reputed to stimulate leukocyte production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntegumentary System\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: It can be used for wounds that are slow to heal such as open leg sores, abscesses and infected ingrown nails. It is important for the treatment of eczema, urticaria and dry, itchy conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMusculoskeletal System\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: It can be used in a massage for muscular aches and pain, and for inflamed joints associated with rheumatoid arthritis. It is beneficial in treating sprains, inflamed tendons and swollen painful joints in bursitis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReproductive System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: It is recommended for promoting and harmonising the menses, for spasmodic dysmenorrhoea and PMS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eUrinary System\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Chamomile German essential oil is especially beneficial for urinary tract infections such as cystitis. It is recommended to have compresses and massages over the lower abdomen with the oil while drinking chamomile tea. The oil should also be used in the bath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSkin Care\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: It is beneficial for sensitive skin problems. 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It is a native of Western Europe and is now cultivated in England, Belgium, France, Itay and Hungary. Its common name is derived from the Greek word chamaimelon - chamai meaning on the ground, and melon an apple, referring to its distinctive smell when fresh. The botanical name of Anthemis is derived from the Greek word anthos which means a flower. The plant's specific name of nobilis means noble or noted - referring to its healing virtues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod of Extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eChamomile Roman is distilled from the flowering tops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Conventional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical and Traditional Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Chamomile Roman has long been known for its therapeutic properties. Decoctions of the whole herb have been taken or applied throughout Europe for the relief of complaints such as wind and pains and torments of the belly. It was indicated that chamomile tea is an old fashioned but extremely effective remedy for hysterical and nervous afflictions in women, and is also used as an emmenagogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChamomile flowers are recommended as a tonic in dropsical complaints for their diuretic and tonic properties. The flowers may be used in a poultice and fomentation for external swelling, inflammatory pain or congested neuralgia. It is also recommended that the oil to be used as a stimulant of leucocytosis and for anyone with a low resistance and repeated susceptibility to infection. According to traditional herbalists, the emotional state of anger is associated with the choleric humour and the liver. Hence, chamomile's ability to soothe restlessness, nervous irritability or impatience is associated with its action on the liver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePharmacology and Clinical Studies\u003c\/strong\u003e: Chamomile Roman has been identified as having sedative and anti-inflammatory properties. It was found that the oil from the white headed variety was significantly more sedative than the oil from the yellow headed variety. The white headed variety contained significantly more angelic esters and this may have contributed to the increased sedative and anti-inflammatory properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Chamomile Roman shares similar properties with Chamomile German, its chemical profile is very different. Chamomile Roman essential oil contain very little (if any) chamazulene or alpha-bisabolol - the major constituents responsible for Chamomile German's anti-inflammatory and anti-allergenic properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eChildren's Remedy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Chamomile Roman is considered one of the gentlest of essential oils and is particularly beneficial for treating children. It may be used to alleviate the pain associated with teething infants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigestive System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: It is used in treating colic, diarrhoea, poor appetite, indigestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNervous System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: The sweet scent of Chamomile Roman essential oil is soothing, calming and antidepressant. It is particularly beneficial for alleviating anxiety and stress. It is used to alleviate migraines and headaches and for insomnia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRespiratory System\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Chamomile Roman essential oil is recommended as an emergency remedy during an asthma attack. 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It is also known as Helichrysum or Immortelle. When dried the brightly coloured, daisy-like flowers retain their colour and shape hence the name everlasting or immortelle. The plant grows wild and is cultivated in the south of France, Italy, former Yugoslavia and other Mediterranean countries. There are about 500 species of helichrysum, but many of these do not produce an essential oil. The main species used for the production of essential oil are\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eHelichrysum italium \u003c\/em\u003eor \u003cem\u003eHelichrysum angustifolium\u003c\/em\u003e (Corscia \u0026amp; former Yugoslavia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eHelichrysum stoechas\u003c\/em\u003e DC (France)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eHelichrysum gymnocephalum\u003c\/em\u003e H. 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It has been used for bronchitis, asthma, whooping cough, psoriasis, burns, rheumatism, headache, migraines, allergies and liver ailments and it is usually taken in the form of a decoction or infusion.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePharmacology and Clinical Studies\u003c\/strong\u003e: Everlasting oil has been reported to exhibit antimicrobial properties in vitro against \u003cem\u003eStaphyloccus aureus\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eEscherichia coli\u003c\/em\u003e, a \u003cem\u003eMycobacterium\u003c\/em\u003e species and \u003cem\u003eCandida albicans\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCirculatory System\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Among its chemical constituents is a group of ketone-like compounds called beta-diones. It is this group of constituents that contributes to the oil's anticoagulant properties, making it applicable in the treatment of any severe bruising that results in haematoma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetoxification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: Everlasting is well known for its ability to purify the blood. It is suggested that Everlasting helps drain the lymph glands. It was recommended using Everlasting when performing a lymphatic drainage massage. It is well known as a stimulant to the liver, gall bladder, kidney, spleen and pancreas - the organs responsible for detoxifying the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntegumentary System\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Everlasting is reputed to have anti-inflammatory properties and is recommended for eczema and allergies. Blending Everlasting with Rock Rose and Lavender for treating skin allergies, eczema, rashes and psoriasis. Everlasting may be used for the treatment of large injuries until professional care is available. It is recommended to apply undiluted oil onto the wound, before it is bandaged for the trip to the hospital. It will not cause any irritation and will reduce swelling and inflammation and speed up the wound healing process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMusculoskeletal System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: Everlasting's analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties make it beneficial for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRespiratory System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: It has mucolytic, antispasmodic and expectorant properties which make it beneficial for treating sinus infections, bronchitis and coughs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: It is used in skin care because of its excellent anti-inflammatory activity. 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Jasmine is native to the Indian and South East Asian region. The three commercially cultivated species used for essential oil production are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eJasminum auriculatum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eJasminum grandiflorum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eJasminum sambac\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJasminum auriculatum\u003c\/em\u003e is native to souther India and has adapted to regions with high temperature and above average rainfall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJasminum grandiflorum\u003c\/em\u003e is native to northern Iran, Afghanistan and Kashmir, and has been introduced and is commercially cultivated in many countries, principally around the Mediterranean. It has adapted to a milder climate. Grasse, a town in the south of France, became the principal supplier of jasmine absolute. However, due to the high costs of productio, most jasmine cultivation is now in countries such as Algeria, Morocco, Egypt and India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eJasminum sambac\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is native to southern India and has a long history of cultivation in India. It is commonly referred to as Mogra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers open in the early morning and there is a rapid and significant loss of essential oil once the buds have opened. For example, one of the constituents, indole, dropped by 0.6 to 0.8 mg\/100g of flowers in the first hours after the buds open. Flowers are usually picked by hand as a suitable method for mechanical harvesting has not been commercially developed. Flowers must be processed without delay. Approximately 1,000kg of jasmine flowers will yield 2.5kg of concrete, and half of this amount as an absolute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod of Extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eJasmine absolute is produced by solvent extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Conventional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical and Traditional Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Jasmine's fragrant flowers have been used since antiquity for personal adornment and in religious ceremonies. In India, jasmine is known as \"Queen of the Night\", because the scent is stronger during the hours of darkness. The importance of the jasmine flower has been symbolically used throughout the centuries. In China, the jasmine flower symbolises the sweetness of women while in India, it symbolises divine hope. In the 15th century, jasmine was cultivated for its fragrant flowers in the garden of the emperors of China, Afghanistan, Iran and Nepal. It was not until around 1600 when jasmine was bought to Spain by the Moors that it first made its appearance in Europe. In China, the flowers of \u003cem\u003eJasminium grandiflorum\u003c\/em\u003e are mainly used to treat hepatitis, pain due to dysentery, while the flowers of \u003cem\u003eJasminum sambac\u003c\/em\u003e are used to treat conjunctivitis, skin ulcers and tumours, as well as abdominal pain due to dysentery. Jasmine has long been used for its effect on the reproduction system. It can be used as an aphrodisiac and to assist in childbirth. Dried jasmine flowers from Jasminum sambac are used as an ingredient of Chinese jasmine tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePharmacology and Clinical Studies\u003c\/strong\u003e: A clinical trial found that jasmine flowers from \u003cem\u003eJasminum sambac\u003c\/em\u003e were effective for the suppression of puerperal lactation. It was suggested that tactile and olfactory stimuli from the flowers were responsible for the suppression of lactation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eNervous System\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: The therapeutic value of Jasmine absolute is inseparable from the exquisite, comforting sweetness of its aroma and the effect it has on the mind and emotions. Jasmine is considered one of the most effective essential oils for nervous anxiety, restlessness and depression. 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Jasmine is native to the Indian and South East Asian region. The three commercially cultivated species used for essential oil production are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eJasminum auriculatum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eJasminum grandiflorum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eJasminum sambac\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJasminum auriculatum\u003c\/em\u003e is native to souther India and has adapted to regions with high temperature and above average rainfall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eJasminum grandiflorum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is native to northern Iran, Afghanistan and Kashmir, and has been introduced and is commercially cultivated in many countries, principally around the Mediterranean. It has adapted to a milder climate. Grasse, a town in the south of France, became the principal supplier of jasmine absolute. However, due to the high costs of productio, most jasmine cultivation is now in countries such as Algeria, Morocco, Egypt and India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJasminum sambac\u003c\/em\u003e is native to southern India and has a long history of cultivation in India. It is commonly referred to as Mogra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers open in the early morning and there is a rapid and significant loss of essential oil once the buds have opened. For example, one of the constituents, indole, dropped by 0.6 to 0.8 mg\/100g of flowers in the first hours after the buds open. Flowers are usually picked by hand as a suitable method for mechanical harvesting has not been commercially developed. Flowers must be processed without delay. Approximately 1,000kg of jasmine flowers will yield 2.5kg of concrete, and half of this amount as an absolute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod of Extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eJasmine absolute is produced by solvent extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Conventional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical and Traditional Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Jasmine's fragrant flowers have been used since antiquity for personal adornment and in religious ceremonies. In India, jasmine is known as \"Queen of the Night\", because the scent is stronger during the hours of darkness. The importance of the jasmine flower has been symbolically used throughout the centuries. In China, the jasmine flower symbolises the sweetness of women while in India, it symbolises divine hope. In the 15th century, jasmine was cultivated for its fragrant flowers in the garden of the emperors of China, Afghanistan, Iran and Nepal. It was not until around 1600 when jasmine was bought to Spain by the Moors that it first made its appearance in Europe. In China, the flowers of \u003cem\u003eJasminium grandiflorum\u003c\/em\u003e are mainly used to treat hepatitis, pain due to dysentery, while the flowers of \u003cem\u003eJasminum sambac\u003c\/em\u003e are used to treat conjunctivitis, skin ulcers and tumours, as well as abdominal pain due to dysentery. Jasmine has long been used for its effect on the reproduction system. It can be used as an aphrodisiac and to assist in childbirth. 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Melissa is distilled in the south of France, Germany and in Italy and Spain. However, the total production of genuine melissa oil is only a fraction of the quantity commercially offered. Melissa oil enjoys the reputation of being on of the most frequently adulterated essential oils. The name is from the Greek word signifying bee, indicative of the attraction the plant has for bees, and the word Balm is an abbreviation of the term Balsam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod of Extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eMelissa oil is steam distilled from the leaves and flowering tops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Certified Organic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical and Traditional Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e: The herb was highly esteemed by Paracelsus, who believed it could completely revivify a man. A Spirit of Balm, made by combining lemon peel, nutmeg, angelica root and other herbs and spices, enjoyed a great reputation under the name of Carmelite water. This was considered beneficial for the treatment of nervous headaches, digestive problems and neuralgic affections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePharmacology and Clinical Studies\u003c\/strong\u003e: Melissa oil has antibacterial, antifungal and antispasmodic properties. Hot water extracts of melissa have strong antiviral properties against mumps, Herpes simplex, and other viruses. Polyphenols and the tannin present have been identified to be responsible for these antiviral properties. 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It is considered as a sedative and is recommended for reducing anger in times of crisis or trauma. The oil is well known for its uplifting and antidepressant qualities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eReproductive System\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Melissa's relaxing and antispasmodic properties make it beneficial for treating painful periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSkin Care\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Melissa oil is often recommended for the treatment of oily skin and acne. However, there is a high risk of skin irritation or skin sensitisation and, for this reason, it is preferred to use essential oils that are less likely to cause an irritation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety\u003c\/strong\u003e: Melissa oil is non-toxic. However, care must be taken as the oil is a possible sensitiser and dermal irritant. 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It is a native of southern China and India. Neroli oil is produced from the flowers of the several citrus species. The oil obtained from bitter orange is called neroli bigarade oil or orange flower oil, the oil sweet orange flowers is called neroli Portugal and the oil from the lemon flowers is called neroli citronier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeroli bigarade is produced in the south of France, Italy, Tunisia, Morocco, Haiti, Guinea and Algeria. Neroli oil is often difficult to obtain and is expensive, thus a number of synthetic substances which should be avoided in aromatherapy are available. As neroli oil is highly water-soluble, the water remaining after the distillation of neroli essential oil contains traces of neroli oil. This is sold as orange flower water which is used in cosmetics and in food flavouring. Orange flower water is often solvent-extracted to recover the oil which is known as orange flower water absolute. This oil has dark to brownish-yellow colour with a intense floral odour. It is used in perfumery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod of Extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eNeroli essential oil is obtained from the freshly picked flowers by steam distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Conventional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical and Traditional Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e: The bitter orange was first cultivated in the Mediterranean by Arabs in the 10th and 11th centuries. The oil was first distilled in the early 16th century. Neroli is named after the 17th century Italian Princess of Nerola, Anna Maria de La Tremoille, who wore the oil in her gloves. Neroli oil is one of the key essential oils in the classic Eau de Cologne, along with lavender, bergamot, lemon and rosemary oils. This cologne was valued as a gentle tonic to the nervous system. The flowers and the oil have been traditionally used for gastrointestinal complaints, nervous conditions, gout, sore throat, as a sedative and for sleeplessness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrange blossom water has traditionally been used in Europe in cooking and in skin care preparations. It is especially soothing and anti-inflammatory and has a calming and uplifting effect similar to the essential oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePharmacology and Clinical Studies\u003c\/strong\u003e: The oil is reported to exhibit antifungal and antimicrobial activities in vitro. It was effective in diminishing the amplitude of heart muscle contraction, benefitting people who suffer from palpitations or other types of cardiac spasms. 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It has been suggested that the Mediterranean Rosa gallica is one of the species from which modern rose cultivars are derived. Rosa gallica is a vigorous spreading shrub with dense foliage and few thorns. It has fragrant, semi double light red flowers with yellow stamens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe birthplace of the cultivated rose, Rosa damascena was probably northern Persia, or Faristan on the Gulf of Persia. It then spread across Mesopotamia, Palestine and across to Asia Minor and Greece. The European name for the Damascus rose dates from the Crusades, but it is now incorporated in its botanical name. While there are thousands of rose varieties, there are three varieties which are typically used for rose oil production. 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Other oils sold as sandalwood are derived from other Santalum species or trees that are not members of the Santalaceae family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSantalum album is a small evergreen tree up to 9m. It is native to and cultivated in the tropical regions of Asia such as India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Indonesia and Taiwan. India is the main producer of sandalwood oil. The tree is a root parasite. A sandalwood seedling can survive only by becoming attached to the roots of other plants. Once the roots are well attached to an adjoining plant, the sandalwood tree is then also able to obtain nutrients directly from the soil. The essential oil is principally contained in the heartwood and larger roots. Heartwood formation accelerates rapidly from 20 years and is at its prome in tree 30 to 60 years old. Harvesting sandalwood for timber and oil involves felling the tree by uprooting, not cutting the trunk. Only mature trees are harvested. The Indian government has strict regulations governing harvesting of sandalwood. To manufacture the oil, only the heartwood of trees over 30 years old should be used. If younger trees are used, you end up with an inferior oil. The Indian government has set a standard which specifies that the oil must contain a minimum of 90% santalols. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod of Extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eSandalwood oil is obtained via steam distillation or water distillation from the coarsely powdered heartwood and the major roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Conventional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical and Traditional Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sandalwood is one of the oldest known aromatic materials, and has at least 4,000 years of history of use. 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It is widely used for its tenacious base note, which acts as a fixative, and its ability to blend and harmonise with other essential oils. Sandalwood was rarely mentioned in medieval European herbals. It was not until the 18th century that sandalwood became well known and highly prized in Europe. It was recommended for the treatment of gonorrhoea and urinary tract infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePharmacology and Clinical Studies\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sandalwood oil is reported to have diuretic and urinary antiseptic properties. Clinical trials have identified that alpha-santalol and beta-santalol have a sedative effect. 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However, only the oil produced from \u003cem\u003eSantalum spicatum\u003c\/em\u003e has achieved commercial importance. Two other Australian oils incorrectly referred to as sandalwood, are distilled from the wood of \u003cem\u003eSantalum lanceolatum\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eEremophila mitchelli\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSantalum spicatum is a small evergreen tree, 3m to 8m in height when mature. The bark is rough, fibrous and furrowed on the lower trunk and greyish or bluish and smooth on the upper trunk and branches. The sapwood is pale, the heartwood dark brown. It grows in the drier inland regions of Western and South Australia. Sandalwood is harvested by pulling out the trees and roots, and the trunk and branches above 2.5cm diameter are used. The tree is slow growing and it takes up to 50 to 100 years to reach legal felling size. The Western Australian government has declared large reserves, with regeneration encouraged by seeding and protection against grazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod of Extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eSandalwood Australian oil is obtained via steam distillation or solvent extraction from the heartwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Conventional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mcePastedContent\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSustainably harvested from ancient Western Australian woodlands, it is a grounded and unhurried beauty — sourced for its elevated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eα\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-santalol content, the principal constituent responsible for sandalwood’s characteristic warmth and tenacity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical and Traditional Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sandalwood has been exported since 1845 when 4 tons was shipped to Colombo. Between 1908 and 1930 the annual average was about 8,000 tons, reaching maximum of 15,000 tons in 1920. Harvesting of existing sandalwood is now controlled by the Western Australian government through a system of licensed contractors and quotas. The aborigines made a cough medicine by soaking or boiling the inner bark in water. The ground under wild trees is usually littered wiht past seasons' seeds, known as quandong nuts, and are used by Australian aborigines to alleviate colds and stiffness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePharmacology and Clinical Studies\u003c\/strong\u003e: The chemical composition of Australian sandalwood indicates that it would have similar properties to \u003cem\u003eSantalum album\u003c\/em\u003e. Good results with Australian sandalwood against \u003cem\u003eStaphylococcus aureus\u003c\/em\u003e whereas \u003cem\u003eSantalum album\u003c\/em\u003e was reported to have negligible activity. Australian sandalwood oil was found to have antiviral activity against human papilloma virus and \u003cem\u003eHerpes simplex\u003c\/em\u003e I and II. Australian sandalwood oil was found to have anti-inflammatory effect on UV induced inflammation. It was found to inhibit enzymes responsible for an inflammatory response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntegumentary System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: Clinical trials demonstrate that Australian sandalwood is active against \u003cem\u003eHerpes simplex\u003c\/em\u003e viruses I and II. The oil also has considerable antimicrobial effects and is recommended for bacterial and fungal skin infections. Australian sandalwood contains alpha-bisabolol, which is known to have an anti-inflammatory effect. The oil appears to be effective in the management of conditions such as psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema and various scalp irritations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNervous System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: It can assumed form the chemical profile of Australian sandalwood that it will have a very similar effect on the nervous system as that of \u003cem\u003eSantalum album\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRespiratory System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: The anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties of Australian sandalwood will assist in alleviating the symptoms of colds such as dry cough, bronchitis, sore throat, tonsillitis, earache and sinusitis. 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By the 1450s, yarrow was extensively used for its therapeutic properties. Herbalist Gerard recommended the herb for headaches, to stop nose bleed and for toothaches. It was also recommended as a poultice for treating piles and an ointment of the leaves to cure wounds. The herb is still prescribed for its diaphoretic, stimulant and tonic effects, mainly in warm infusions as a way of opening the pores to induce perspiration in the treatment of colds and influenza. 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Other oils sold as sandalwood are derived from other Santalum species or trees that are not members of the Santalaceae family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSantalum album is a small evergreen tree up to 9m. It is native to and cultivated in the tropical regions of Asia such as India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Indonesia and Taiwan. India is the main producer of sandalwood oil. The tree is a root parasite. A sandalwood seedling can survive only by becoming attached to the roots of other plants. Once the roots are well attached to an adjoining plant, the sandalwood tree is then also able to obtain nutrients directly from the soil. The essential oil is principally contained in the heartwood and larger roots. Heartwood formation accelerates rapidly from 20 years and is at its prome in tree 30 to 60 years old. Harvesting sandalwood for timber and oil involves felling the tree by uprooting, not cutting the trunk. Only mature trees are harvested. The Indian government has strict regulations governing harvesting of sandalwood. To manufacture the oil, only the heartwood of trees over 30 years old should be used. If younger trees are used, you end up with an inferior oil. The Indian government has set a standard which specifies that the oil must contain a minimum of 90% santalols. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod of Extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eSandalwood oil is obtained via steam distillation or water distillation from the coarsely powdered heartwood and the major roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Conventional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAustralian-grown Indian Sandalwood represents a contemporary cultivation of \u003cem data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eSantalum album\u003c\/em\u003e, the same species responsible for the celebrated Mysore Sandalwood. 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