Organic Citronella Oil

Name: Organic Citronella Oil
SKU: 5378-bio
Price: 7.90 EUR
Availability: InStock

SKU

5378-bio

This special citronella essential oil (Cymbopogon winterianus) is 100% natural and sourced from certified organic cultivation in the unspoiled nature of the Himalayas in Nepal. Fresh, hand-harvested leaves are distilled locally via a gentle steaming process. 10ml

Scientific Name	Cymbopogon winterianus
Purity	100% natural essential oil
Organic Certification	Certified organic cultivation since 2014
Harvest	Hand-harvested; year-round
Processing	Gentle steam distillation, fresh buds
Terroir	Bagmati, Nepal
Elevation	150-200m
Origin	Directly sourced from a farm specialised in native plants, with an on-site distillery
Aroma	Intensely citrus, tart, lightly sweet, slightly spicy
Effects	Cleansing, vitalising, mood-boosting
Allergens	Citral, Eugenol, Geraniol, Citronellol, Limonene, Linalool

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The citronella plants thrive in the vast, mountainous region of the Himalayas in Nepal, where our producer has been cultivating them according to organic standards since 2014. There, the climatic conditions, including heat, dryness and the quality of the soil, allow the plants to develop a harmonious balance of compounds including citral, eugenol and citronellol. The leaves are hand-harvested year-round. They are collected in baskets, then brought to the distillery, where they are processed into essential oil via steam distillation.

We source this essential oil from a small cooperative located in the Himalayas, in Nepal. The enterprise has been producing essential oils from indigenous plants since 2006, and unites several small farms. Each farm either cultivates its own plants to strict organic standards, or sources wildcrafted plants, sometimes growing at altitudes of up to 2,800m. The plants, which thrive in the vast, untouched nature, are harvested by hand and with sickles. They are then carried in baskets to local distilleries, where they are gently processed via steam distillation. The production process is a labour of love for the members of the cooperative, and the resulting products are of high quality. All essential oils from the producer are certified with the EU organic seal.

Citronella belongs to the sweetgrass (Poaceae) family. It is mainly found in Asia and in tropical regions such as Madagascar. It has a citrusy scent similar to that of lemongrass. It grows densely in clumps and is a perennial plant, with partly purple leaves. It can grow up to 1.5m high.

The intense, slightly tart citrus scent has a strong clarifying and refreshing effect, and contributes to a cheerful mood.

Product Details

Ingredients

100% Natural Essential Oil of Cymobopogon winterianus.

Uses

- Intended for use as room fragrance
- Do not use undiluted
- Keep out of reach of children
- Those currently under medical treatment as well as those who have allergies or are epileptic, pregnant or breastfeeding should consult a doctor before use
- Avoid contact with eyes, skin and mucosa

Note

5ml of essential oil in a 10ml bottle

Packaging

Amber glass bottle to protect against light and oxidation (free from plasticisers and BPA)

Organic certification

Sunday Natural

Our Philosophy

For thousands of years, cultures all over the world have been using medicinal plants and nutritious foods to naturally foster and maintain vitality and good health.

With our products, we try to emulate this ancient wisdom as much as possible.

Consequently, our philosophy is simple: everything we do meets the highest standards of quality and purity; our focus is on organic and natural ingredients.

We follow this philosophy with meticulous care on all levels and down to every last detail.

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