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  Verbena

Latin Name

Lippa Citriodora

Family

Verbenaceae

Origin

Flowering stalks of the plant

Note

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Chemical Constituents

Citral, Nerol, Geratiol

Contra-Indications

Avoid using more than 2 drops - skin irritant

Physiological Uses

  • Digestive System - stimulates digestion. Antispasmodic
  • Respiratory System - acts as expectorant, averts convulsions and relieves asthmatic coughs
  • Skin - makes skin softer and keeps down puffiness.
  • Reduces fever
  • Acts as hair tonic

Emotional Uses

Acts as sedative and helps insomnia- 2 drops with 4 drops of lavender in bath

Points of Interest

Ingredient of several liqueurs

Blends well with

Basil, Bergamot, Chamomile, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Ylang Ylang, Rosemary, Palma Rosa

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