Geranium - Pelargonium graveolens

Country of Origin - Madagascar, Egypt, Spain, France, Italy
Processed - Steam distilled
Part used - root, heartwood
Smell - some say a "rosy" scent.
Grown - cultivated
Note - middle note

PROPERTIES & USES:

Therapeutic:  antibacterial, antidepressant, antidiarrhetic,
anti-inflammatory, astringent, deodorant, diuretic, insecticide,
sedative, tonic vasodilator,
Medical:  Internal - asthma, slow circulation, colitis, cystitis,
diarrhea, fluid retention, hypoglycemia, liver-congestion,
menstruation, menopause, sore throat

External: bruises, burns, cut, depression, eczema, hemorrhoids,
insect bites, rheumatism, dry and oils skin, wounds.

Industry & Household uses:  Jam & jellies, talcum powder, cosmetics,

BLENDS with: Bergamot, clove bud, grapefruit, jasmine, juniper berry, lemon, peppermint, rose, and sandalwood

CAUTIONS: Not recommended in early pregnancy,  can irritate skin (so do a skin test), can cause insomnia and restlessness. Avoid long use treatment.
*Any essential oils - ingested in large amounts can be fatal.*
*Keep out of reach of children.*

HELPFUL HINT:
A Geranium plant in the house helps to repel insects and bugs.

<<<<<<<<<BLENDS TO TRY>>>>>>>>>>>

A LITTLE UPLIFTER
4 parts Clary Sage
4 parts Ylang ylang,
3 parts Geranium
2 part Basil
1 part Sandalwood
Mix in amber bottle and use in atomizer
or put 4-6 drops in an aroma lamp
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FOR a BACK ACHE MASSAGE
2 tablespoons Almond oil,
10 drops Lavender
6 drops Rosemary
6 drops Sandalwood
3 drops Geranium
Mix in Amber bottle,
Shake and apply to areas of discomfort.
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<<<<<<<<<< Birch Hill Happenings News >>>>>>>
Spring has ARRIVED!  Don't forget to take your
oils and a diffuser with you when you open up your
cabin or camper for the season.
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This oil was featured in the April 2000 Birch Hill Happenings Newsletter. 
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