Litsea Cubeba is a small plant found in tropical areas. The leaves are typically a vibrant green with a pleasant, lemon like smell. It produces small, pepper-like fruits from which the essential oil is extracted
Product Color:
Pale yellow to yellow transparent liquid
Common Uses:
Also known as May Chang, Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil is most valued for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties. Other therapeutic properties include being astringent, antiseptic, insecticide, hypotensive, stimulant and tonic
Blends Well With
Basil, Bergamot, Geranium, Ginger, Jasmine, Rose, Rosemary, Rosewood and Ylang-ylang.
History
Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil has been used historically in both Japan and Taiwan for reasons listed above.
Caution:
Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil is possible skin irritant. Avoid use during pregnancy.