Litsea May Chang Essential Oil
$168.00
Litsea May Chang essential oil has an intense lemony, fresh, fruity odour. It is deodorant and may help to maintain a healthy digestive system.
How to use?
4-5 drops in bath, on tissue or in a vaporiser. 15 drops in 50ml carrier.
WARNING – do not apply undiluted or internally. Keep away from children and eyes. Store in a cool, dark place.
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Latin name |
Litsea cubeba |
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Synonyms |
Litsea citrate, May Chang, Exotic verbena |
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Plant family |
Lauraceae |
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Extraction |
Distillation of the fruits |
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Origin |
Native to the Far East – especially China, cultivated in Taiwan and Japan |
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Plant characteristics |
A small tropical tree with fragrant lemongrass-scented flowers and leaves. The small fruits are shaped like peppers, or lanterns from which the name cubeba was derived |
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Oil characteristics |
A pale yellow oil with an intense lemony, fresh, fruity odour that is less aggressive than lemongrass. |
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Traditional use |
In Chinese medicine it was used to treat dysmenorrhoea, indigestion, low back pain, headaches, chills, and travel sickness. |
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Blends well with |
Lavender, rosewood, cinnamon, black pepper essential oils. |
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Cautions and comments |
Slightly sensitising if used neat on the skin over a period of time. Otherwise, there are no contra-indications. Litsea is used as a fragrance component in air fresheners, colognes and perfumes. |
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Main chemical constituents |
Aldehydes (citral) |
Suitable for : All skin