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Botanical Name:
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Cymbopogon nardus |
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Family:
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Poaceae (Gramineae) |
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Country:
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Java |
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Parts Used:
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Leaf/Steam distillation |
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Biochemical Class:
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Alcohols |
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Fragrance:
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Powerful, sweet, lemony |
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Perfume Note:
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Top |
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Characteristics:
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Uplifting |
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Properties:
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Antiseptic, antibacterial, antidepressant, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, deodorant, diaphoretic, febrifuge, insecticide, tonic (uterine, neuro, cardio), stimulant, vermifuge |
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Indications/Uses
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Cardio-Vascular:
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Speeds cardio rhythm |
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Digestive:
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Colitis, intestinal infections/parasites |
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Endocrine:
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Genito-Urinary:
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Immune:
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Colds, flu, minor infections |
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Integumentary:
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Excess perspiration, oily skin/hair, deodorizer, insect repellent (mosquitoes) |
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Muscular-Skeletal:
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Muscle/joint pain |
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Nervous:
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Fatigue, headache, neuralgia, depression |
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Respiratory:
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Emotional:
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Raises spirits, clears thinking |
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Chakra:
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Usage Notes
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Method of Use:
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Inhalation, massage, compress, spritz |
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Cautions:
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Can cause sensitization |
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