Obtained by steam distillation of the leaves. Pale yellow to amber oil with grassy, herbaceous lemon-like scent.
Main Components: geranial, neral, myrcene, geraniol.
Actions*: antiseptic, antifungal, insecticidal, nervine, sedative.
Applications*: colitis, indigestion, relaxing and emotionally uplifting, sprains, bruises.
Safety data: non-toxic, slight dermal irritant and sensitizier.