Geranium Oil

Geranium Oil

	Botonical Name	:	Pelargonium Graveolens
	CAS #	:	8000-46-2
	Country of Origin	:	China
	Color & Odor	:	Yellowish green to yellowish brown with Floral green rose-like, fresh herbaceous
	Solubility	:	Soluble in 90% ethanol, Insoluble in water,
	Specific Gravity	:	0.8820 “ 0.8950 @ 20°C
	Optical Rotation	:	-14o to +7o @ 20°C
	Refractive Index	:	1.4600 - 1.4700 @ 20°C
	Flash Point	:	>100°C
	Major Constituents	:	Citronellyl formate, Citronellol, Isomenthone, Geraniol,
	Plant Part Used	:	Flowers
	Extraction Method	:	Steam Distillation

Geranium Oil is derived from the stem and leaves of geranium plant via steam distillation technique. Known for its long lifespan, this shrub generally grows in the borders of cultivation land, any field or road. This 3 feet long shrub has pinnacle shaped leaves that have whitish pink flowers at their edge.

Citronellyl formate, Citronellol, Isomenthone, Geraniol, Beta-Guaiadiene, Nerol

The middle note powerful smell of this essential oil resembles to the mild fragrance of rose oil.

Geranium essential oil is suitable to be mixed with other essential oils of Fennel, Citronella, Basil, Nutmeg, Lemon, Jasmine, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lemongrass, Nerolia, Juniper, Clary Sage and Lavender.

Geranium oil is also referred as rose geranium oil.

Known for its high medicinal value, Geranium Oil is used to treat breast engorgement, dermatitis, burns, tonsillitis, bruises, menopausal complications, edema, eczema, acne, ulcers and cuts.