Lemon Verbena oil

lippia citriodora, aloysia triphylla

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Lemon Verbena oil is steam distilled from the leaves of the aloysia triphylla.



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Index

Scents

Uses

Major Growing Regions

Toxicology

Therapeutic Uses

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References



Scents

Gentler and more pleasing then other citral based essential oils.


Uses

Aromatherapy, therapeutic,


Major Growing Regions




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Toxicology


Sensitisations: Contains furocoumarin so can have a sensitizing effect over time.
Comments: None with dosages.

Recommended Dosages and Quantities - Possiably one of the best guides around to learn more about theraputic essential oil safety in massage and aromatherapy is Robert Tisserands Essential Oils Safety Guide, in the back is a guide covering safety with most essential oils. disclaimer toxicology is a guide and consult a qualified medical practitioner on the dosage that is right for your.


Therapeutic Uses

anti-inflammatory, calming, antidepressant. Therapeutically use to treat malaria, multiple sclerosis and Hodgkin's disease.

Information on theraputic uses are only a guide and you should consult a professional manuals of aromatherapy for more information.

Also See

List of essential oils
Aromatherapy Oil

Resources

1. Books and Reports - Excellent resources

2 . Articles - Published information on Essential Oils

3. Discuss - Essential Oil Community Forums

4. Buy Lemon Verbena oil - The Aroma Marketplace

References

I highly recommend the references used below. They have been invaluable in compiling this definiation of Lemon Verbena oiland all the writers are experts in their fields. Oilganic has a comprehensive library of books and reports on essential oils.

1. Advanced Aromatherapy - The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Kurt Schnaubelt, PH.D.

2. The World of Aromatherapy, edited by Jeanne Rose and Susan Earle

 

Disclaimer
This information is just a guide and readers should consult their medical practitioner before using essential oils.

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