Botonical Name | : | Cupressus sempervirens | |
CAS # | : | 8013-86-3 | |
Country of Origin | : | Spain | |
Color & Odor | : | Yellow liquid @22C with Woody Evergreen odor | |
Solubility | : | Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils | |
Specific Gravity | : | 0.8630 to 0.8850 @ 20°C | |
Optical Rotation | : | -15.0° to +30.0° @ 20°C | |
Refractive Index | : | 1.4680 to 1.4800 @ 20°C | |
Flash Point | : | >100°C | |
Major Constituents | : | alpha-Pinene, delta-3-Carene, | |
Plant Part Used | : | Leaves | |
Extraction Method | : | Steam Distillation |
DESCRIPTION:
Cypress tree is known for its long life span. This 80 feet long (28 meter) evergreen tree is notable for its conical appearance, dark green leaves, seed nut containing brownish gray cones and small flowers.CONSTITUENTS:
Cypress Oil or Cupressus macnabiana oil contains beneficial compounds like Alpha-pinene, Beta-pinene, Sabinene, Delta-3-carene, Myrcene, Limonene, Terpinen-4-olAROMATIC SUMMARY / NOTE / STRENGTH OF AROMA:
The middle note fragrance of cypress oil has pleasant and spicy smell that resembles to the aroma of balsam. To be precise, its aroma is the amalgamation of dry, woody, nutty, smoky and fruity smell that reminds about the fragrance of cedar wood oil. BLENDS WITH:
Cypress Oil can be mixed with other essential oils like Lemon Myrtle, Lemon Tea Tree, Pine, Clary Sage, Bergamot, Cardamom, Rose, Geranium, Juniper, Marjoram, Lavender (All), Jasmine, Cedar wood, Sandalwood, Fennel and Orange. COMMON NAMES:
Cypress Essential Oil. USES:
Cypress Oil is an excellent remedy for hemorrhoids, varicose veins, rheumatoid arthritis, excessive sweating especially feet, oily skin and menorrhagia. In aromatherapy, this oil is used to relieve stress for its soothing smell.