Name:  Citronella
Latin name:  Cymbopogon nardusi
Extraction method:  Steam distillation
Parts used:  Leaves
Countries of Origin:  Guatamala, South America, Sri Lanka, Java, Burma, Madagascar, 
Note:  Top
Color:  Pale yellow, yellow to brownish yellow.
Aroma:  Slightly sweet, herbaceous, lemon, grassy.
Note of interest:  Used to deter mosquitoes and other insects.
Supports the properties of: Antidepressant, antiseptic, deodorant, insecticide, parasiticide, tonic, stimulant, 
Energetics:  Clearing, uplifting.  
Blends well with:  Bergamot, Cajuput, Eucalyptus, Geranuim, Lavender, Neroli, Peppermint, Petitgrain, Sage, Ylang Ylang
Safety information:  Non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitizing.  May cause contact dermatitis in some people.  Tisserand & Young-Max dermal level of 18.2% due to geraniol content.  No known contraindicatioons.
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