ROSEWOOD (Aniba roseadora, aniba parviflora)

Sometimes called Bois de Rose

Steam distilled in Brazil from bark of the tree. This plant is an endangered species, trees must be 40 years old to produce oil, and sustainable sources are said to be rare. Much of the oil found on the market is a blend of geranium and palmarosa with sandalwood. (Also grows in West Indies and India.)

SAFETY: Safe at normal dosage. Classification: monoterpene alcohol

USAGE HISTORY: An oil developed for the fragrance industry, all of the aromatherapy uses are fairly new. Plant used by Amazon peoples for its powerful skin rejuvenating properties.

PROPERTIES:

• Internal-oral, suppository; topical; inhalation
• Immune system stimulant, useful for adults and children (mild enough for babies, a good infant massage oil) (Antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antiseptic)
• Treats oral, respiratory, and viral infections (Antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal)
• Regenerates and moisturizes the skin, cellular and tissue regenerator (Emollient)
• Treatment for acne, dry skin, inflammation, dermatitis, normal skin, scars, wrinkles, fungal infection; effective deodorant for underarm use
• Treats coughs and sore throats, especially children
• Relaxant, stabilizes and balances central nervous system (Cephalic, general tonic, mild analgesic)
• Treatment for genito-urinary infections, vaginal candida
• Relieves headache and nausea
• Systems: Immune, integumentary, respiratory, genito-urinary, nervous

PERFUME NOTE: Heart note

EMOTIONAL/SPIRITUAL:

• Aids depression, fatigue, jet lag
• Helps sufferers of sexual abuse during recovery
• Strengthens protective energy, wei chi
• Aphrodisiac
• Enlightening and uplifting
• Chakras: Links root to crown