Rosewood

Botanical Name:

Aniba rosaeodora

Plant Part:

Wood

Extraction Method:

Steam Distilled

Origin:

Brasil

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Therapeutic Qualities:

Rosewood Essential Oil is credited with being a bactericidal, anti-fungal, antiviral, anti-parasitic cellular stimulant, immune system stimulant, tissue regenerator, tonic, antidepressant, antimicrobial, and as an aphrodisiac. It is also regarded as a general balancer to the emotions. Rosewood oil is rich in linalool, a chemical which can be transformed into a number of derivatives of value to the flavor and fragrance industries.

Magikal Qualities:

Scent:

Rosewood Essential Oil has a fantastic warm and woody scent, while at the same time being both floral and fruity.

History/Lore:

Rosewood has been introduced to aromatherapy only recently. Research in October of 1995 has shown this oil to have the highest inhibition rate of all the oils tested against gram positive and gram-negative bacterial growth.

Cautions:

It is a possible irritant to sensitive skin. Avoid during pregnancy.

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