Country of Origin: Indonesia
Latin Name: Pogostemum Cablin
The patchouli plant, or Pogostemon cablin, is an upright, bushy, evergreen perennial herb with lightly fragrant leaves, and white, violet-marked flowers. Native to tropical Asian countries, patchouli is widely cultivated all over the tropics and subtropics. The sweet, musky aroma of patchouli is quite unmistakable and is often used as a fixative in oriental perfumes.
Part of plant used / Leaves
Extraction method / Steam distillation
Odour / Warm, musky spice
Nervous System / Balances, sharpens and clarifies grounding one’s energy, aids dreams. Nervous exhaustion, lethargy, stress related problems, sedative at low dose, stimulating at high dose
Skin Care / Inflamed skin, acne, athlete’s foot, chapped skin, eczema, open pores, wrinkles, insect repellent, dandruff, wounds
Respiratory System / Reduces inflammation, slows breathing
Circulatory System / External hemorrhoids, varicosities
Genito-Urinary System / Menstrual cramps
Essential oils are the concentrated essence of the plant. They are extracted from varied parts of the plant: the root, seed, trunk, and leaf, fruit and / or flower. Essential oils provide very effective solutions to many different physical and emotional ailments.
Directions: Add to your favourite unscented base (10-20) drops per 1oz or (30mls) of product, or use 5-8 drops in a diffuser to scent your space & eliminate unpleasant odours.
Do not take internally; keep away from eyes. Use sparingly. Keep away from children. If irritation develops, discontinue use.
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