Cistus Essential Oil

Cistus Essential Oil

Botanical Name

Alternative Names

Source Location

Plant part used

Cistus landaniferus

Ciste, Rock Rose

Spain

Flowers, leaves and branches

Extraction Method

Color

Consistency

Aroma Strength

Steam distillation

Yellowish-green

Strong

Fragrance

Dry and woody with a subtly sweet resin fragrance

Benefits

Treats infected wounds, skin ulcers, bronchitis, coughs, colds and flu; as a fumigant when infectious illness is around. Treats bronchitis and lung infections, and persistent coughs. Promotes healthy lung function and cell regeneration. Calms the inflammation of eczema and the sympathetic nervous system, as well as helps alleviate depression.

Blends Well With

Amber, Bergamot, Carrot Seed, Carrot Root, Cedarwood, Coriander, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Cypress, Fir Needle, Geranium, Grapefruit, Frankincense, Jasmine, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Neroli, Patchouli, Petitgrain, Pine, Rose, Sandalwood, Spruce, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang

Constituents

A-pinene, viridiflorol, ledol, bornyl acetate, cyclosativene, γ-cadinene, β-farnesene, β-eudesmol, trans-pinocarveol, and viridiflorol

Properties

Antibacterial, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, hemorrhagic, stimulant (immune system)

Safety

Generally non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing.