Vetiver Essential Oil (Chrysopogon zizanioides)

Overview

Vetiver may also be referred to as lemon verbena, lemon beebrush. It is typically processed using steam distilled as a method for extracting oil from the root.

Summary

Vetiver oil comes from the roots of the Chrysopogon zizanioides (Vetiveria zizanioides) plant. It smells woody, smoky, earthy, herbaceous and spicy.

Essential Facts

  • Aroma Description:

    Earthy Herbaceous Spicy Woody

  • Common Name(s): lemon verbena, lemon beebrush
  • Botanical Family: Poaceae
  • Botanical Genus: Chrysopogon
  • Major Compounds: Khusimol, Vetiselinenol, Cyclocopancamphan-12-ol, a-Cadinol, a-Vetivone, B-Vetivenene
  • Perfumery Note: Base
  • Consistency: Thick
  • Strength of Initial Aroma: Bold
  • Color: Golden/Dark Brown
  • Processing Methods: Steam Distilled
  • Part Typically Used: Root
  • Ethically and sustainably sourced Ethically and sustainably sourced
  • Vegan Vegan

Essential Details

Cautions & Safety

Cautions when using Vetiver:

Tisser and and Young recommend a dermal maximum of 15% for Vetiver Essential Oil.

Safety Precautions for Vetiver:

Do not take any oils internally and do not apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes, CO2s or other concentrated essences onto the skin without advanced essential oil knowledge or consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils with children and be sure to first read there commended dilution ratios for children. Consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children, the elderly, if you have medical issues or are taking medications. For in-depth information on oil safety issues, read Essential Oil Safety by Robert Tisser and and Rodney Young.

Energetic, Spiritual, and Emotional Qualities

Energetics and Chakras Qualites of Vetiver:

1st Chakra - Survival and Support

Articles

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