Cape Chamomile oil (Eriocephalus punctulatus)

Cape Chamomile oil delivers classic relaxation / nervine qualities from a botanical species indigenous to Africa.

• Anti-anxiety
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antispasmodic
• Cooling
• Digestive Aid (Stomachic)
• Nervine
• Reduces Stress

Aromatic Scent:  Sweet, Floral, slightly fruity with mild herbaceous notes

Dr. Nick Notes

Cape Chamomile essential oil is extracted from Eriocephalus punctulatus, a member of the Asteraceae family.  Cape Chamomile is distant relative of German and Roman Chamomiles. This plant grows specifically along the coastal belt of the Western Cape Province, which is known as a biodiversity hotspot due to having over 10,000 botanical species unique to that region.

Cape Chamomile oil contains fruity esters like other chamomiles that contributes to its aroma, color, and relaxing effect on the nervous system.  This has been an interested therapeutic extract to use for producing relaxing blends, reduce inflammation and aid with stress. Cape Chamomile oil is a great ally to combine with lavender and / or Cedar oil in a diffuser.

How to Use

• Infuse into massage oils to promote deep and refreshing relaxation.
• Use in aromatherapy to assist in easing an overstimulated nervous system and promote relaxation.
• Use a few drops in a warm bath to enhance relaxation and ease tension.

Precautions

None Known.

Blends Well With: Lavender Fine, Cedar Atlas, Frankincense,Bergamot, Clary Sage, White Sage, Sandalwood, Neroli, Jasmine Sambac, Rose Absolute, Blood Orange, Ylang Ylang, Rosemary Cineole, Vetiver, Rose-Geranium

Cultivation: Organic
Country of Origin: S. Africa
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Parts of Plant Used: Flowers

Terpenes:   Linalyl Acetate, Terpinen-4-ol, Borneol, Caryophyllene, 2-Methylbutyl 2-methylproponoate, 2-methylpropyl 2-methylproponoate, 2-Methylbutyl 3-methybutanoate, 3-Methylbutyl angelate, 3-Methylbutyl 2-methylproponoate, α-Copaene, ρ-Cymene, 2-Methylpropyl 2-methylbutanoate, 2-Methylpropyl angelate

References:

Tisserand, R., Young, R., & Williamson, E. M. (2014). Essential oil safety: a guide for health care professionals (2nd ed.). Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone/Elsevier.

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/251565210_Chemotaxonomic_evidence_suggests_that_Eriocephalus_tenuifolius_is_the_source_of_Cape_chamomile_oil_and_not_Eriocephalus_punctulatus

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your physician before using this product. *