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Botanical Name: Zingiber officinalis
Plant Part: Root
Extraction Method: Steam
Origin: France
Description: Ginger is a
perennial herb and grows to about 3 - 4 feet high (approximately
1 meter). It has a characteristic thick spreading tuberous
rhizome.
Color: Light Yellow
Common Uses: Ginger oil is
believed by aromatherapists to be applicable for colds and flu,
nausea (motion sickness, morning sickness) muscle aches
(particularly the back), circulation issues and arthritic pain.
It also has warming properties that help to combat loneliness,
and depression. Ginger is also viewed as an aphrodisiac based on
its energizing properties.
Consistency: Light
Note: Middle-Base
Aroma
Strength:
Medium to Strong
Blends well with: Ginger
blends well with bergamot, sandalwood, ylang-ylang, and other
spice oils.
Aromatic Scent: Ginger has a
warm, spicy, woody scent with a hint of lemon and pepper.
History: The plant is said
to originate from India, China and Java, but is also native to
Africa and the West Indies. It is believed that Ginger was
brought to Europe between the 10th and 15th century as both a
condiment and spice. It has been used for medicinal purposes
since the ancient times; it is recorded specifically in both
Sanskrit and Chinese texts. It is also mentioned in literature
from the Greeks, Romans, and Arabians.
Cautions: Ginger can
irritate sensitive skin and is photo-toxic. Sun exposure is to
be avoided after application.
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