Jatamansi Oil (Spikenard)

Synonyms: Nardostachys jatamansi root oil; nard root oil; spikenard oil (nardostachys jatamansi); Indian valerian root oil false (nardostachys jatamansi);Odor description: Sweet woody spicy animal valerian ginger cardamomAppearence: Amner liquidNafta h. #:3301.29.6000Fema #:0Blends well with: Tonka; violet; vetiver; pine needle; patchouli;Some perfumery uses: Fern; woody bases; animal; oriental bases; floral;Description: Also known as false Indian valerian root oil. Spikenard oil is derived from the roots of nardostachys jatamansi. The plant grows wild and is occasionally cultivated in India, China and Japan. The dried roots are steam distilled in India or in Europe or the u. S. A. Spikenard oil is a pale yellow to amber liquid with a heavy, sweet woody and spicy animal odor, reminiscent of valerian, ginger, cardamom and atlas cedarwood oils.