Xiang Mao Oil

Xiang Mao Oil

	Botonical Name	:	CymbopogonCitratus
	CAS #	:	N/A
	Country of Origin	:	Taiwan
	Color & Odor	:	Pale yellow to golden yellow liquid with fresh, sweet sharp citurs lemon-like odor
	Solubility	:	Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils.
	F.E.M.A. #	:	2624
	Specific Gravity	:	0.8870 - 0.8990 @ 20°C
	Optical Rotation	:	N.A.
	Refractive Index	:	1.4780 - 1.4970 @ 20°C
	Flash Point	:	>100°C
	Major Constituents	:	Citral, Geranial, geraniol, Geranyl Acetate
	Plant Part Used	:	Leaves
	Extraction Method	:	Solvent Extraction

Xiang Mao Oil isa word from Taiwanese which means grass which have fragrance and scientifically known as Cymbopogoncitratus. Land which is fertile and free from pesticides is preferred for the cultivation of the main plant from which this oil is extracted. The main part of the plant which provides us with xiangmao oil is leaves through solvent extraction method. In solvent extraction method water and ethanol play a major role as solvents which are mixed with crushed leaves of Cymbopogon plant. The color of the final product which is oil is brown and has leas quantity even less than 10.Due to its main characteristic of strong smell it was used as a method to purify and distill the indoor air.it was used as a method to purify and distill the indoor air.

The product even acts as an insecticidal which fights against all sorts of insects and mosquitoes. Apart from being an insecticidal Xiang Mao Oil has the capability to fight against certain microorganisms like bacterias and fungi.It is believed to provide calmness and relaxation to mind due to which it is even considered as a grass of enlightenment. The oil is also known to moisture the skin and has anxiolytic effect.