CURCUMA ZEDOARIA OIL

Botanical Name: Curcuma zedoaria Common Name Zedoary Vernacular Name: Kachur Plant Family: Zingiberaceae Distribution in Nepal: Found in sub-tropical regions of eastern Nepal. Principal Constituents: germacrone-4,5-epoxide, germacrone, furanodienone, curzerenone, zederone, dehydrocurdione, curcumenol, isocurcumenol, curcumenone, curmanolide A and curmanolide B., among others. Description: Golden yellow viscous liquid having a warm-spicy, woody & camphoraceous cineolic odor. Method of Extraction: From the rhizomes of Curcuma zedoaria Rosc. by steam distillation. a Physiologic Actions (Refer to Glossary for Descriptions): Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Digestive, Sedative, Stomachic Other Uses: Benefits the digestive systems and used as a gastrointestinal stimulant in flatulent colic. It also prevents stress ulceration. Industrial Uses: In the flavour and fragrance industry. a Safety Data: Not Available a GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION: Caution should be taken when using Essential Oils. Do not use any oils without consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. All Essential Oils should be kept out of the reach of children. DISCLAIMER: This information is provided purely for informational purposes only, and does not in any way purport to be medical or prescriptive suggestions. Any reference to medicinal or health benefits is not meant to treat or diagnose any problem and is not meant to replace professional medical advice and should not take the place of any prescribed medication that has been prescribed by a physician.

Common Name
Zedoary