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Botanical name: Litsea cubeba (also known as may chang)

Plant part: fruit

Extraction method: steam distilled

Country of origin: Australia

Description: Litsea cubeba are small plants found in tropical areas. The leaves are a vibrant green with a very pleasant lemon-like smell.

Colour: yellow

Common uses: Most valued for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties. Other therapeutic uses include an astringent, antiseptic, insecticide, stimulant and tonic.

Note: top

Strength of aroma: medium.
Blends well with: basil, bergamot, geranium, jasmine, rose, rosemary, rosewood, ylang ylang.

History: Litsea cubeba has been used in Japan and Taiwan for the reasons listed above.

Cautions: Possible skin irritant.

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