Ylang Ylang (Grd II) - Cananga odorata - Madagascar

Family: Annonaceae

Country of Origin: Madagascar

Extraction: Steam distilled from flowers

Volatility: Middle/base note

Colour: Clear to light yellow

Aroma: Sweet, floral, exotic

Noted Constituents

Germacrene, D (15%), β-caryophyllene (9%), α-farnesene (13%), ƿ-Cresyl methyl ether (8%), Benzyl acetate (10%), Methyl benzonate (4%), Geranyl acetate (4%).

Cautions / Safety Data

Avoid with low blood pressure. Do not use on the skin full strength. Always dilute in appropriate carriers before use.  Not for internal use. Do not ingest.  If pregnant or suffering from serious medical conditions, consult a qualified health professional, experienced in the use of essential oils.

Useful Information

Ylang Ylang is considered to be a Euphoric oil.

Disclaimer

Essential oils are not meant to be a replacement for traditional medical treatment of diseases and conditions. When in doubt, please consult a physician.

Image credit: Photo of Ylang Ylang flower by Prenn. Licensed under CC Attribution Share-Alike 3.0. This image has been remixed/edited.