Parts Used
Flowers and leaves
Botanical Name
Pelargonium graveolens
Extraction Method
Steam distilled
Note Classification
Middle
Aroma
Heavy, sweet, floral
Benefits
Reduce inflammation, improve kidney health, relieve pain, lower stress levels, strengthen the immune system, and ease digestion.
Overview
Throughout history geranium has been known as a powerful wound healer. It has been utilized medicinally and in the fragrance industry.
Blends Well With
Bergamot, chamomile, clary sage, clove, cypress, ginger, grapefruit, jasmine, juniper, lemon, mandarin, neroli, palmarosa, patchouli, peppermint, rose, rosemary, sandalwood, ylang ylang
Herbal Miscellany
Geranium leaves can be used in jams and jellies or added to your favorite baked goods.
Precautions
Oil Specific: Avoid while pregnant. May cause skin irritation.
General: As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted, in eyes or mucus membranes. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier.)
For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
