Valerian Essential Oil
Botanical Name: Valeriana officinalis
Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distilled
Parts Used: Root
Note Classification: Base
Aroma: Warm-woody, balsamic, musky
Largest Producing Countries: China, France, and Hungary
Traditional Use: Widely known for its sedative properties. Valerian has a long history of treating insomnia, and other nervous tensions.
Properties: Antispasmodic, bactericidal, carminative, diuretic, hypnotic, hypotensive, regulator, sedative, stomachic
Benefits: Indigestion, restlessness, stress, tension
Blends Well With: Cedarwood, lavender, mandarin, oakmoss, patchouli, petitgrain, pine, rosemary
Of Interest: Valerian root has been known to attract cats and rats. Some versions of the Pied Piper have him using valerian along with his pipes to attract the rats from the city.
Safety Data: May cause skin irritation
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