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Jatamansi (Spikenard) Essential Oil (Nardastachus jatamansi)

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Name Jatamansi (Spikenard) Essential Oil
Code Jatamansi (Spikenard) Essential Oil
Botanical Name Nardastachus jatamansi
Nepali Name(s) Jatamasi Oil (जटामसी को तेल)
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Botanical Name: Nardastachus jatamansi
Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distilled
Parts Used: Root
Note Classification: Base
Aroma: Heavy, sweet-woody, spicy-animal odor, somewhat similar to valerian oil
Largest Producing Countries: Nepal and USA

Traditional Use: Mostly used in the fragrance industry. It is also known for its healing properties.

Properties: Antibiotic, antifungal, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, bactericidal, deodorant, fungicidal, laxative, sedative, tonic

Benefits: Anxiety, inflammation, insomnia, mature skin, menstrual problems, migraine, nervous indigestion, rashes, stress, tension. In perfumery it is used as a fixative. It may also be used as a substitute for valerian.

Blends Well With: Cistus, clary sage, clove, cypress, frankincense, geranium, juniper, lavender, lemon, myrrh, neroli, oakmoss, palmarosa, patchouli, pine, rose, vetiver

Of Interest: Spikenard has many biblical references. It is one of the eleven herbs burned in the holy temple. It is also mentioned in the Song of Solomon.

Safety Data: Generally considered safe.

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