PARTS USED
Leaves and flowers
NATIVE REGIONS
Madagascar, Reunion, North Africa, Egypt, Spain, France, and Italy
PREPARATIONS
Essential Oil
Pelargonium graveolens
COMMON NAMES
Geranium, Rose geranium, Egyptian geranium
Geraniaceae
FAMILY
Primary Constituents
Monoterpenols
Citranellol
Geraniol
Linalool
Esters
Citronellyl
Geranyl formate
Small amounts of ketones, oxides, and aldehyde
Therapeutic Actions
analgesic (topical) | anthelmintic | antibacterial | antidepressant |
antidiabetic | antifungal | anti-inflammatory | antiseptic |
astringent | bactericidal | deoderant | diuretic |
emmenagogue | hepatic | insecticide | rubefacient |
sedative | syptic | tonic | vasoconstrictor |
vermifuge | vulnerary |
Common Uses
Skin issues (acne, eczema, skin ulcers, wounds)
Circulation
Emotional issues (emotional stability, anxiety, mild depression)
Women's health (PMS, heavy periods, menopause, hormonal balance)
Insect bites
Contraindications & Safety
Skin patch test recommended before topical application
Do not use during 1st trimester of pregnancy
Can cause insomnia and restlessness in some indivuduals
For educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.