Citronella Essential oil from Nepal-National Organics

Botanical Name	Cymbopogon winterianus
Common Name	Citronella Oil
Family	Compositae
Parts of used	Whole Plant
Method of extraction	Steam distillation
Distribution	Plain land of Nepal
Type of production	Cultivated

Citronella, also known as Cymbopogon winterianus, a tall, fragrant annual grass, for its essential oil. The plant, known for its strong lemony smell, grows to a height of 1 to 1.5 meters. Warm and subtropical areas are ideal for this grass’s growth, and it provides an abundant supply of citronella oil, a valuable resource in various medical and industrial applications.

The leaves of Cymbopogon winterianus are simple, straight, and don’t move. They are about 60 cm long and 2.5 cm wide. They are green, smooth (glabrous), and have straight veins, which is a feature of monocot plants. The evenly spaced leaves form intersecting rows, giving the plant a thick appearance. Each leaf terminates with a sharp tip, while its base sheathes, encircling the plant’s lower sections to form a protective tube-like structure known as the leaf sheath.

Even though this species doesn’t have real stems, the tube leaf sheath supports the tall, curving leaves like a real stem would. The plant does best in warm, well-drained areas, and it can grow in a wide range of soil types, which makes it a tough and useful crop. Growing in thick, tufted clusters, it adds aesthetic appeal to parks and fields, and its essential oil holds significant value in medicine, perfumes, and bug sprays. Although it is tall and beautiful, Cymbopogon winterianus is a useful plant in both agriculture and gardening because it smells good.

Citronella Essential Oil derived by steam distillation from the half welting leaves of the Cymbopogon winterianus plant.As a result of the numerous beneficial applications it has in the fields of medicine and cosmetics, citronella oil has rapidly become the standard in the business. The capacity of this oil to combat a wide variety of health issues, including the ability to fight against germs, depression, infections, spasms, inflammation, and unpleasant odors, has made it a popular option for a wide variety of personal care products.

Since citronella oil has the power to repel mosquitoes and other annoying insects, it has become a well-known and widely used product everywhere. When diffused or sprayed, citronella oil not only prevents pests from entering a space but also creates a comfortable and invigorating environment. Citronella oil has a diuretic and diaphoretic action, which means that it causes you to sweat more and encourages you to pee more frequently. This helps the body’s detoxification mechanisms to work more effectively. It acts as a febrifuge and a fungicidal agent, respectively, helping to guard against fungal infections both topically and internally. In addition to bringing down fevers, it also protects against fungal infections.

The primary components of citronella oil, which include limonene, geraniol, citronellal, and geranyl acetate, are responsible for the oil’s potent therapeutic properties as well as its trademark lemon fragrance. Additional significant compounds, such as citronellol, elemol, camphene, and linalool, contribute to the enhancement of its therapeutic value. Sesquiterpenes like β-elemene and γ-cadinene are also in small amounts in the oil. There are also very small amounts of cubenene, calamenene, bisabolene, eugenol, and nerol. In a variety of applications, these chemicals are responsible for the oil’s increased potency and complexity.

Citronella oil’s antidepressant properties often lead to its use in aromatherapy to alleviate stress, anxiety, and sadness. The vermifuge action of this substance helps to expel intestinal worms, and the tonic and invigorating characteristics of this substance contribute to an overall improvement in well-being. You can use citronella essential oil as a natural deodorant, a household cleaning agent, and even as a medication.

Citronella Essential Oil’s key advantages;

Citronella oil’s reputation as an all-natural insect repellent precedes it. It wards off pesky flies, mosquitoes, and more.

The antimicrobial characteristics of the oil make it useful for the treatment and prevention of skin and wound infections caused by bacteria.

Citronella oil’s anti-fungal properties make it a useful tool in the fight against athlete’s foot and other fungal diseases of the skin.

As an anti-inflammatory, it helps alleviate aches and pains caused by inflammation, such as those in the muscles, joints, and skin.

Use it in aromatherapy to relieve tension, anxiety, and mental exhaustion; the perfume is uplifting and citrus.

Natural Antiperspirant

Citronella oil has antiperspirant and anti-bacterial properties, making it an ideal natural deodorant.

Skin Care

It aids in cleansing and toning the skin, which in turn reduces oiliness and the visibility of pores.

When administered physically or breathed, citronella oil helps alleviate headaches, muscular cramps, and spasms.

Because of its febrifuge qualities, it helps lower fever and other flu and cold symptoms.

Improves Blood Flow

The oil improves blood flow, which in turn promotes general wellness and aids in the reduction of edema or fluid retention.

Citronella essential oil is used in a variety of products, including moisturizers, fragrances, and candles to repel insects.

Diffusing aromatherapy oils into the air can help to reduce stress, worry, and mental exhaustion while also improving the environment’s peacefulness.

It lowers sebum, tightens pores, and treats acne in skin care moisturizers and toners.

Massage Oils

A massage oil made with carrier oil that relieves stiffness, muscular tightness, and joint discomfort.
Use in cleansers and lotions to keep one’s hair healthy and dandruff free.
It is used in natural deodorants to reduce body odor and add a pleasant scent.

Cleaning items

These items are added to home cleaners to remove germs, create a fresh aroma, and keep surfaces clean.
A room freshener is an aerosol or gadget used to clean and refresh the interior environment.

Fever Relief

Use it on your skin or inhale it to relieve fever and flu-like symptoms.
Natural therapies for dogs are used to prevent flea and parasite infestations without the use of toxic chemicals.