Traditional Uses: antiseptic, antibacterial, antidepressant, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, deodorant, diaphoretic, diuretic (?), febrifuge, fungicidal, insect repellent, (mosquitos), stomachic, tonic,(uterine, neurotonic, cardiotonic) stimulant, vermifuge.

Skin: excessive perspiration, oily skin and hair, insect-mosquito repellent & room deodorizer.

Muscular/Skeletal: rheumatism and arthritis pain.

Cardio-vascular/ Lymphatic: speeds heartbeat.

Immune: colds, flu, minor infections.

Digestive: colitis, intestinal infections; intestinal parasites.

Genito-Urinary/ Reproductive: eases pelvic pain.

Nervous Brain/ Mind: fatigue, headache, migraine, neuralgia, clears the mind.

Emotional/Energetic: Strengthens our will by stimulating our solar plexus chakra. Associated with the color yellow it uplifts the spirit and dispels depression.

Blends well with: Cedarwood, eucalyptus, geranium, lavender, lemon, peppermint, rosemary, sage, tea tree.

Satety Data: tested at low doses, non toxic; however many reports of contact sensitization and dermatitis. May wish to substitute with lemongrass or eucalyptus citriodora.

SOURCES:
Sheppard-Hanger Sylla, THE AROMATHERAPY PRACTITIONER REFERENCE MANUAL, Tampa, 1998
Mojay, Gabriel, Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, London, 1996
Battaglia, Salvatore, The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, Brisbane, 1997

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