origin:
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Madagaskar
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cultivation:
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traditional organic
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part of plant:
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blossoms
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extraction:
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steam
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major biochemical compounds:
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germacrene-d, beta-caryophyllene, linalol, geranyl-benzyl acetate, alpha humulene, benzyl benzoate
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medicinal action:
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aphrodisiac, antidepressant, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, hypotensive, euphoric
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most commonly used for:
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Hypertension, palpitations, nervous, shallow, hyper breathing. Also balances hormones. Used for impotence and frigidity.
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emotional/psychological uses:
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Euphoric. Promotes a more accepting attitude towards oneself and relaxes the central nervous system.
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cosmetic skin use/other uses:
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Balances sebum. Used to promote hair growth.
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blends well with:
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orange, palma rosa, grapefruit, jasmine, black pepper, cinnamon, bergamot, mandarin. For an environmental scent try ylang, mandarin, clove and black pepper.
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other varieties:
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cananga odorata - (ylang ylang complete), cananga odorata - (ylang ylang extra)
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safety data:
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Avoid with low blood pressure. Can be sensitizing to some skin types. Avoid on irritated skin. Use moderately. Large amounts can cause nausea.
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