Ylang Ylang, Cananga odorata |
| Botanical Name |
Cananga odorata |
| Essence |
Anger, anxiety,
depression, fear, frigidity, impotency, nervous tension, shock, stress. |
| Function |
Aches and
pains, colic, cramps, diabetes, frigidity, hair growth, hypertension,
impotence, insomnia, intestinal infections, oily skin, palpitations,
PMS, sebum (balances), sensitive skin, skin care, tachycardia, tones
breast and womb. |
| Usage |
Ylang Ylang oil
is fractionated during distillation. Five fractions or grades are
collected. These are ?Extra? 1, 2, 3 and 4. Ylang Ylang acts on
the cardiovascular system, lowering blood pressure, slowing rapid
heart beat (trachycardia and rapid breathing (hyperpnea). It helps
with depression lifting people mentally and emotionally. It is good
for anyone who has low self-esteem and women suffering from PMS. Calming
and relaxing exotic fragrance makes it an excellent aphrodisiac, breaking
the circle of anxiety about sexual inadequacy, frigidity or impotence.
It is beneficial for both dry and oily skins. A folk remedy for
asthma, boils, diarrhea, headache, malaria, ophthalmia, rheumatism and
stomach ailments. |
| Aromatherapy |
depression, PMS, acne, hypertension, aches and pains |
| Caution |
Low blood pressure |
Ylang Ylang
Cananga Odorata
 Aromatic
ethereal essence of ylang ylang (flowers) Seychelles Islands (Annonaceae)
Indonesian custom spreads blossoms on the wedding bed. Aroma lends permission
for euphoria, warmth and togetherness. Makes all senses more acute. Reduces
negative emotions like fear, uncertainty and depression. For youthful vigor in
bed and youthfulness in appearance and in general.
200:1 Phytonutrients include Benzoic Acid, Farnesol, Geraniol, Linalool, Benzyl
Acetate, Eugenol, Safrole, Cadinene and Pinene.
YlangYlang mixed with jasmine or rose has been used to treat sexual difficulties,
especially those stemming from lack of confidence and/or inhibition. It is useful
in treating PMS and menopausal mood swings. Relieves sexual anxiety, high blood
pressure, slows breathing, antidepressant.
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