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Ylang ylang, Flower of Flowers
PARTS USED
Flowers
NATIVE REGIONS
Java, Madagascar, Reunion, Comoro islands
PREPARATIONS
Essential Oil
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Cananga odorata

COMMON NAMES
Ylang ylang, Flower of Flowers

Annonaceae

FAMILY

  • Esters

    • Benzyl acetate

  • Sesquiterpene

    • Beta-caryophyllene

    • Germacrene D

    • Alpha-farnesene


absorption enhancer

analgesic (mild)

anti-allergic

antibacterial

antidepressant

antifungal

anti-inflammatory

antimicrobial

antiseptic

antispasmodic

antiviral

aphrodisiac

bactericidal

cell proliferant

disinfectant

expectorant

germicidal

hypotensive

nervine

sedative

vulnerary





  • Skin issues (acne, dry, oily, eczema)

  • Allergies

  • Thrush (oral and vaginal)

  • Hypertension

  • Emotional regulation (stress, hysteria, tension)

  • Wounds


  • Skin patch test required for topical use

  • Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding

  • Skin sensitizer


For educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.

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