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In ancient Latin cultures Basil was highly prized and considered to be a king amongst the plant world. Today, basil is widely used in the culinary world, especially in Italian cuisine. In aromatherapy, basil has long been used to help relieve aches and pains and for symptomatic relief of respiratory concerns.
Name of Oil: Basil ct. linalool
Latin Binomial: Ocimum basilicum
Extraction Method: Steam
Countries of Origin: France, Asia, Africa
Scent Profile: Herbaceous, sweet
Parts used in distillation: Leaves, flowers, buds
Oil Characteristics: Clear, thin, medium aroma
Cultivation: Certified Organic
Category: Herbaceous, Sympathetic, Top Note, Zodiac
Used in aromatherapy for the symptomatic relief of:
Colds, cough, exhaustion, flatulence, sinusitis, insect repellent, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, heart burn, and fever.
Used in aromatherapy to help ease emotional symptoms of:
Depression, melancholy, hysteria, indecision, nervousness.
In Indian culture, basil is dedicated to the god Vishnu and is said to be an incarnation of his wife, Lakshimi (who was the goddess of fortune and beauty). Basil was used extensively in the Middle Ages as a treatment for depression and melancholy.
a-pinene, camphene, b-pinene, myrcene, limonene, cis-ocimene, camphor,linalool, methyl chavicol, a-terpineol, citronellol, geraniol, methylcinnamate, eugenol
Safety:
High doses may be carcinogenic, avoid in pregnancy.
Books Cited:
The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition – Salvatore Battaglia
Essential Oil Safety , 2nd Edition – Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young
Aromatherapy – Jennifer Peace Rhind
The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy – Valerie Wormwood
Aromatherapeutic Blending – Jennifer Peace Rhind
The Fragrant Mind – Valerie Wormwood
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