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| Scientific classification |
| Synonyms : |
Andropogon martini var sofia |
| Latin Name : |
Cymbopogon martini var sofia |
| Country of origin : |
India |
| Plant part used : |
Grass |
| Method of Extraction : |
Steam distillation of the grass |
| Family : |
Poaceae |
| Appearance : |
Yellow to brownish |
| Perfumery Note : |
Medium |
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| Ginger Grass Oil |
| Chemical Families : |
Monoterpenes, Sesquiterpenes, Monoterpenols |
| Solubility : |
Soluble in Alcohols, Essential Oils and insoluble in water |
| Major Component : |
Myrcene, perillyl alcohol, trans-p-m entha-2,8-dien-1-ol, limonene |
Aromatherapy Uses : |
Improve circulation and blood flow,calming and reduction of stress eith opening of sinus passages |
| Blending Property : |
geranium, rosewood, amyris, sandalwood, guaiacwood, cedarwood and essential oils that are floral in nature |
History : |
The distillation of Ginger Grass Oil has been startinf from eightteenth century |
| Cultivation : |
Unsprayed |
| Aromas : |
Citrus, Exotic and Sensual, Fresh, Fruity, Lemony, Sweet |
| Cautions : |
Avoid in Pregnancy , Used after consulting with Aromatherapist |
Ginger Grass has a warm, earthy and spicy aroma. The oil encourages circulation and blood flow to the area it is applied. It is a calming oil and helps to reduce stress.Ginger Grass is also emotionally uplifting. It relieves sinus congestion and allergies, energizes the mind, and can relieve headaches. It is also a great anti-inflammatory oil and is used in massage for sore muscles. Used for relieving stiff joints and painful muscles.
