Cilantro Oil

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Cilantro oil distilled from the leaves contains a higher percentage of aldehydes then the oil distilled from the seeds of the plant. Cilantro leaves are traditionally used in culinary preparations. It’s used as a flavoring agent, and to help digestion or calm upset stomachs.

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Botanical Name - Coriandrum sativum

Common Method Of Extraction - Steam distilled

Parts Used - Leaves

Note Classification- Middle

Aroma - Sharp, herbaceous, green spice

Largest Producing Countries - USA, Russia and Romania

Traditional Use - Cilantro leaves are traditionally used in culinary preparations. It’s used as a flavoring agent, and to help digestion or calm upset stomachs.

Properties - Analgesic, antioxidant, antispasmodic, antirheumatic, aperitif, bactericidal, digestive, carminative, fungicidal, revitalizing, stimulant, stomachic.

Benefits - Anorexia, arthritis, colds, colic, diarrhea, exhaustion, flatulence, flu, infections, migraine, muscular aches and pains, nausea, neuralgia, poor circulation, rheumatism, stiffness. Cilantro makes a good addition to a digestive blend.

Blends Well With - Bergamot, cinnamon, citronella, clary sage, cypress, frankincense, ginger, jasmine, neroli, olibanum, petitgrain, pine, sandalwood, and other spice oils.

Safety Data - Cilantro oil is generally non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitizing. It’s stupefying in large doses so use in moderation.



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