10 ml
Botanical source: Myrtus communis
Plant part used: The twig and leaf
Origin: Morocco
Production: Ethically wild-harvested
Extraction method: Steam distillation of the fresh end twigs and leaves
Fragrance profile: Intense, vibrant sweet and fresh-camphoraceous; very distinctive
Properties: Revitalizing, uplifting, clarifying
Chinese medicine function: To tonify Lung Qi, resolve damp and strengthen the Shen
Complementary blending: Bergamot, Mandarin, Grapefruit, Laurel, Rosemary, Hyssop, Thyme linalool, Lavender
Fragrance energy: Pungent, green
Movement course: Rising
Warmth effect: Neutral to warm
Tone effect: Restorative
Channel tropism: Lung, Spleen, Liver, Dai
Five-Element affinity: Metal, Earth
In Chinese Medicine: Green Myrtle is a green-pungent oil used to tonify Lung Qi and resolve damp. The green-pungent group is distinguished from the fresh- and woody-pungent oils by its particular affinity for the Lung and for transforming damp rather than simply warming.
Chinese Medicine functions adapted from Peter Holmes, L.Ac., M.H., Channeling Fragrance. The full profile — treatment patterns, acupoint combinations and synergist oils — is in the book.
For external use only. Properly dilute all essential oils in lotion or vegetable carrier oil before massage or other topical use. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, have any health conditions, or are taking medications, please consult your healthcare provider prior to using essential oils.
