Essential oilOil-solubleOrigin: IndiaINCI listed in EU CosIng

Citronella Oil - Cymbopogon nardus

Cymbopogon nardus · Poaceae · Botanical profile

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Specifications

Botanical name: Cymbopogon nardus · profile
Family: Poaceae
Common names: Citronella, Citronella Extracts, Ceylon Citronella, Citronella Grass, Syrian Nard, Tambuti
Indian names: ಕಮಾಚಿ ಹುಲ್ಲು
Synonyms: Cymbopogon afronardus, Cymbopogon claessensii, Cymbopogon confertiflorus, Cymbopogon prolixus, Cymbopogon thwaitesii, Cymbopogon validus
Form: Essential oil
Solubility: Oil-soluble
INCI: Cymbopogon Nardus Oil
CAS: 8000-29-1, 89998-15-2
EC: 289-753-6
CosIng ID: 75417
INCI status: Verified in CosIng
Applications: Natural cleaning, Perfumery, Skincare
Country of origin: India
SKU: 68074-OIL-CYNAR-500G
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Product details

Citronella essential oil is extracted by steam distilling of leaves of the plant known botanically as Cymbopogon

Known as : Citronella, Cymbopogon,Cymbopogon nardus

Botanical name : Cymbopogon nardus

Product : Citronella essential oil

Product form : Essential Oil

Extraction Method : Steam Distillation

Part Used : Leaves (Grass)

Active component in Cymbopogon nardus: citronellal (the primary compound), citronellol, geraniol, limonene, camphene, linalool, beta-caryophyllene, and eugenol

Phyto Properties : insect-repellent, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal properties.

Color : Clear to pale yellow liquid

Aroma	Fresh, citrusy, slightly woody, and sweet
Notes	Top note
Blends With	Lemongrass, lavender, peppermint, eucalyptus, tea tree, cedarwood, geranium
Similar To	Lemongrass essential oil
Uses	Insect repellent, air fresheners, aromatherapy for stress relief, skincare for oily or acne-prone skin, natural deodorant, cleaning formulations

HOME APPLICATION

Mosquito Repellent: Dilute 10 drops with 2 tbsp carrier oil and apply to skin.
Air Freshener: Add 5-8 drops to a diffuser.
Surface Cleaner: Mix 10 drops with 1 cup water + 1 tbsp vinegar in a spray bottle.
Foot Soak: Add 5 drops + 1/2 cup Epsom salt to warm water.
Deodorize Bins: Place 2-3 drops on a cotton ball in garbage bins.
Fabric Freshener: Mix 5 drops with 1 cup water in a spray bottle and mist fabrics.
DIY Candles: Add 20-30 drops to melted wax before pouring.