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Botanical
Name: Valeriana Officinalis
Plant Part: Root
Extraction Method: Steam
Origin: China
Description: Valerian
Officinalis is native to Europe, North America, and the northern
part of Asia. Altogether, the genus contains about 150 different
species. These are widely distributed throughout the temperate
zones. Both the root and the rhizome are highly prized for their
healing properties. The major healing components found in the
valerian root are valepotrits, valeranic acid, valeranone, valereal.
These are all volatile oils that are found only in valerian.
Color: Clear
Consistency: Medium
Note: Base
Strength of Aroma: Medium
Blends well with: Valerian Root
essential oil blends well with Patchouli, Pine, Lavender, Cedarwood,
Mandarin and Rosemary.
Aromatic Scent: Valerian Root
has an earthy, slightly sweet scent characteristic of an oil derived
from a root.
History: Valerian Root is
gaining in popularity as a natural alternative to commercially
available sedatives.
Cautions: This product should be
avoided during pregnancy, and around children. It has possible skin
sensitizing properties. At low doses it appears to be non-toxic and
non-irritating. There is also some documentation claiming that
overuse may cause lethargy.
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