Latin Name

Cirtum Limonum

Family

Rutaceae

Origin

Oil obtained from rind of fruit - mainly from Sicily. Can be mechanically or hand processed - latter is best.

Note

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Chemical Constituents

Geramiol, Linanol, Limonene

Contra-Indications

None

Physiological Uses

• Cardio-vascular System - varicose veins (lemon : cypress Ratio 1:1)
• Urinary System - helps kidneys
• Head - eases conjunctivitis, mouth ulcers and laryngitis
• Muscular - eases rheumatism and arthritis
• Obesity - lowers tissue congestion
• Respiratory System- helps asthma, catarrh, colds and flu
• Skin - helps boils, broken capillaries, greasy skin, insect bites, mouth ulcers and wrinkles

Emotional Uses

Uplifting and cooling

Points of Interest

Lemon Tea - clears out system and stimulates white blood corpuscles.
Blends well with Neroli and Lavender

Blends well with

Neroli and Geranium