Mentha Spicata Var Oil

Botanical Name	:	Mentha spicata
Common Method Of Extraction	:	Hydro- distillation
Parts Used	:	Leaves
Note Classification	:	Top
Aroma	:	Characteristic spearmint odor

Extraction :
The oil is extracted from the leaves of the plant through the process of hydro- distillation.

Chemical Composition :
Major compounds are carvone, a-pinene, B-pinene, 1, 8-cineole, limonene, linalool, myrcene, caryophyllene and mentho

Essential Oil Information :
It is a species of mint plant. Native to Europe and Asia, the plant is rhizomatous, herbaceous and perennial.

Oil Properties :
This essential oil is a colorless to pale yellow liquid. It is extracted from the flowering tops of the mentha spicata var plant through the process of repeated steam distillation.

Therapeutic Properties :
Aromatic, carminative digestive, analgesic, antiseptic, anesthetic, anti-inflammatory, carminative, cephalic, antibacterial, decongestant, expectorant, antispasmodic, astringent, diuretic, hepatic, febrifuge, stomachic, tonic and stimulant

Blends Well With :
Rosemary, basil, orange, peppermint, lavender and bay laurel

Summary :
The oil is extracted through the process of hydro- distillation using the leaves of mint. Th essential oil is widely used orally to treat severe digestive & biliary insufficiency and highly catarrhal respiratory infections.

Precautions :
It should not be administered to children or pregnant women. Non-toxic in nature, it may cause sensitization and irritation.

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