Botonical Name | MyrtusCommunis |
CAS # | 8008-46-6 |
Country of Origin | Morocco |
Color & Odor | Reddish brown clear liquid with Characteristic somewhat eucalyptus-like odor |
Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils. |
Specific Gravity | 0.8900 - 0.9150@ 20 °C |
Optical Rotation | +10.0 ° to +30.0 ° |
Refractive Index | 1.4600 - 1.4700 @ 20 °C |
Flash Point | >100°C |
Major Constituents | a-Pinene, 1,8-cineole, Myrtenyl acetate. |
Plant Part Used | Leaves and Twigs |
Extraction Method | Steam Distillation |
DESCRIPTION:
Myrtle 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:
A-pinene, B-pinene, Limonene , 1,8-cineole , Myrtenol, Geraniol, Linalyl acetate , Myrtenyl acetate, Carvacrol. 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:
Myrtle 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:
Common Myrtle. USES:
This is used as a part of herbal therapy process by aroma therapists. This oil is an effective remedy for dysentery and diarrhea.