Helichrysum splendidum Essential Oil (Helichrysum splendidum)
Overview
Helichrysum splendidum may also be referred to as Geelsewejaartjie (Afrikaans), Cape Gold (English), phefo-ea-loti, toanae-moru (Sesotho). It is typically processed using steam or hydro distillation as a method for extracting oil from the flowers.
Essential Facts
- Aroma Description:
- Common Name(s): Geelsewejaartjie (Afrikaans), Cape Gold (English), phefo-ea-loti, toanae-moru (Sesotho)
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Synonyms(s) for Helichrysum splendidum: Gnaphalium abyssinicum, Gnaphalium splendidum, Gnaphalium xanthinum, Helichrysum abyssinicum, Helichrysum acrobates, Helichrysum hendersonae, Helichrysum xanthinum
- Botanical Family: Asteraceae
- Botanical Genus: Helichrysum
- Chemical Family: Monoterpenes, Sesquiterpenes
- Perfumery Note: Middle
- Indigenous Country: South Africa
- Cultivation: Wild Harvested
- Processing Methods: Steam or Hydro Distillation
- Part Typically Used: Flowers
- Shelf Life: 4 years
Balsamic
Cool
Earthy
Fresh
Slightly camphoraceous
Soft-
Wild Harvested
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Vegan
Essential Details
Benefits & Uses
Therapeutic Benefits of Helichrysum splendidum:
Anti-bacterial
Anti-fungal
Anti-infectious
Anti-inflammatory
Anti-oxidant
Anti-rheumatic
Anti-septic
Anti-spasmodic
Anti-viral
Cicatrisant
Cautions & Safety
Safety Precautions for Helichrysum splendidum:
Traditional Folklore
Traditional Folklore of Helichrysum splendidum:
There are over 600 species of Helichrysum worldwide, 245 of those are found in southern Africa. The word Helichrysum is from the Greek "Helios" or "sun" and "Chrysos" or "Gold", referring to the color of the flowers. Helichrysums are popular as traditional medicine of South Africa. The African common name sewejaartjie is given to most helichrysums with everlasting flowers and is derived from the belief that the flower heads last for seven (sewe) years (jaar) in the house. The Zulu use the leaf of helichrysum splendid so that a woman finds a man irresistible.
Energetic, Spiritual, and Emotional Qualities
Energetics and Chakras Qualites of Helichrysum splendidum:
1st Chakra - Survival and Support
2nd Chakra - Relationships
3rd Chakra - Personal Power
Creation Energy
Grounding