Botanical Family:
Annonaceae
Part of the plant used:
flowers
Method of extraction:
steam distillation
Properties:
aphrodisiac, anti-depressant, anti-infectious, antiseptic, euphoric, hypotensive, nervine, sedative (nervous), stimulant (circulatory), tonic
Physical systems, conditions and uses:
Circulatory: high blood pressure, palpitations; Nervous: depression, frigidity, impotence, insomnia, stress
Emotional effects:
euphoric, reduces anger and frustration, relaxing, relaxing, sensualizing, euphoric
Blending note:
base
Blends well with:
bergamot, jasmine, rose, rosewood, and vetiver
Application:
Use as an inhalant or with a diffuser, or on skin with a carrier.
Contraindications and safety:
Non-toxic, non-irritating. May cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.