Nutmeg Myristica fragrans Essential Oil Information

Nutmeg Essential Oil |
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Botanical Name |
Alternative Names |
Source Location |
Plant part used |
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Myristica fragrans |
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Malaysia, Indonesia |
Seeds |
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Extraction Method |
Color |
Consistency |
Aroma Strength |
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Steam distillation |
Clear |
Thin |
Medium |
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Fragrance |
Rich, spicy, sweet, woody |
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Benefits |
Use for arthritis, constipation, muscle aches, neuralgia, poor circulation, rheumatism and indigestion, as well as diarrhea, vomiting, flatulence, nausea, and upset stomach. Aids in exhaustion and fatigue. |
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Blends Well With |
Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Clary Sage, Clove, Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger, Lavender, Orange, Rosemary, Vanilla |
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Constituents |
Terpinen-4-ol, pinene, sabinene, cineole, camphene, limonene, myristicin, alpha terpenene |
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Properties |
Analgesic, anti-emetic, antioxidant, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, carminative, emmenagogue, orexigenic, prostaglandin inhibitor, stimulant (digestive), tonic |
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Safety |
Generally safe; however, in high doses can cause hallucinations |
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