Botanical Name: Litsea cubeba
Main Constituents:
Citral: 68%
Plant Part: Fruit
Origin: China
Processing Method: Steam Distilled
Description / Color / Consistency: A thin, clear, pale yellow to yellow liquid.
Aromatic Summary / Note / Strength of Aroma: A top note with a medium aroma, Litsea Cubeba has a crisp, citrus smell. It has been compared to Lemongrass and Lemon Verbena, but it is sweeter than Lemongrass without the musty note, and more accurately citrus in its scent than Melissa.
Blends With: Bergamot, Rose, Geranium, Ylang-Ylang
Product Description: Litsea Cubeba, also known as May Chang is a small plant found in tropical areas. The leaves are typically a vibrant green with a pleasant, lemony smell. It produces small, pepper-like fruits from which the essential oil is extracted. It has traditionally been used in both Japan and Taiwan.
Cautions: Dilute before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.
Package: 15 ml / 1/2 fl oz or 30 ml/ 1 fl oz or 100 ml/ 3.3 fl oz or 500 ml/ 16.6 fl oz