Botonical Name | : | Myrtus Communis | |
CAS # | : | 8008-46-6 | |
Country of Origin | : | Morocco | |
Color & Odor | : | Reddish brown liquid. and Characteristic somewhat eucalyptus-like odor | |
Solubility | : | Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils. | |
Specific Gravity | : | 0.890 to 0.915 @ 20°C | |
Optical Rotation | : | +10.0 – +30 | |
Refractive Index | : | 1.460 - 1.470 @ 20°C | |
Flash Point | : | 41°C | |
Major Constituents | : | a-Pinene, 1,8-cineole, Myrtenyl acetate. | |
Plant Part Used | : | Leaves and Twigs | |
Extraction Method | : | Steam Distillation |
DESCRIPTION:
Green Myrtile Oil is sourced from wild bushes of myrtile that originally found in Turkey. Obtained via steam distillation method, this essential oil is available in different grades. The red version of this oil is widely used in aroma therapy. CONSTITUENTS:
This scented oil contains compounds like Carvacrol (0.6 %), 1,8-cineole (29.89 %), Geraniol (0.3 %), Limonene, A-pinene, Myrtenol (0.58 %), A-terpinen-4-oil (0.22 %), Myrtenyl acetate (35.9 %), Linalyl acetate (0.53 %) and B-pinene (0.19 %). AROMATIC SUMMARY / NOTE / STRENGTH OF AROMA:
The middle note fragrance of this essential oil has refreshing effect that reminds about gentle smell of eucalyptus and camphoraceous essential oils. BLENDS WITH:
Green Myrtile Oil can be mixed with other essential oils obtained from clary, thyme, lemongrass, tea tree, sage, rosemary and oils obtained by distilling lemon. COMMON NAMES:
This fragrant oil is also referred as Common Myrtle Oil. USES:
Green Myrtile Oil is used as a part of herbal therapy process by aroma therapists. This oil is an effective remedy for dysentery and diarrhea.