Description

There are over 700 varieties of cultivated geranium and pelargonium species, and approximately 250 natural species. Both of the Geraniaceae plant family, with many, if not thousands grown for ornamental purposes in the garden (hybrids and cultivators). Though, only around a dozen species are acceptable for essential oil production and supply. Pelargonium graveolens is the main species cultivated for essential oil.

A perennial shrubby plant which grows to about three feet or approximately 1 metre in height, it has small, pinkish white flowers and fragrantly pointy, serrated-edged leaves. The oil content of the flowers is less than that of the leaves. The word “Geranium” is derived from the Greek word “Geranos“, meaning a crane, which resemble the shape of the fruit, to that of a crane’s beak.

Ingredients: Pelargonium Graveolens Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

Botanical name: Pelargonium graveolens

Common name: Geranium Egypt

Plant part: Leaves and branches

Extraction method: Steam distilled

Common uses: Geranium essential oil is great to use in skin care, not only for its delightful aroma but it has also been known for its action in balancing the production of sebum.

Note: Top

Strength of aroma: Strong

Aromatic scent: Sweet, rosy and herbaceous scent.

Caution: Non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitising. Avoid during pregnancy.