Chamomile German - Organic Essential Oil - Matricaria chamomilla L - Nepal - New directions Aromatics, Canada

Botanical Name: Matricaria chamomilla L

Main Constituents:
E-Z-Farnesene: 45 - 60%
Chamazulene: 0.2 - 1.5%

Plant Part: Flowers

Origin: Nepal

Processing Method: Steam Distilled

Description / Color / Consistency: A thin blue to bluish-green liquid.

Aromatic Summary / Note / Strength of Aroma: A medium middle note, Chamomile Essential Oil has a soft, woody fragrance similar to that of Moroccan Chamomile, with a haunting bittersweet note. It does not have the fragrance of apples that other chamomiles sometimes have.

Blends With: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Geranium, Lavender, Lemon , Neroli, Patchouli, Tea Tree and Ylang-Ylang.

Product Abstract: Chamomile is an annual native of Europe and Western Asia in the daisy family, growing to 90-125 cm high with very hairy leaves and tubular yellow flowers, surrounded by white ligulets. The word 'chamomile' comes from the Greek word chamomaela or ground apple, referring to the fact that the plant grows low to the ground, and the fresh blooms have a pleasing apple-scent. In use for centuries, chamomile was a symbol of the omnipotence of the Egyptian god, Ra; to the Saxons it was one of nine sacred herbs; and in Europe during the Middle Ages it was used as a strewing herb.

Cautions: Dilute before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals, and should be avoided by those allergic to ragweed; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.

Storage: It is recommended that oils packaged in metal containers (for safe shipping) be transferred into dark glass containers to maintain freshness and attain maximum shelf life.