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| Patchouli , |
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| Pogostermon patchouli |
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| LAMIACEAE or LABIATAE Mint Family |
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Patchouli is used almost exclusively in externally applications, as a herb infused oil, or the essential oil. Patchuli gained a certain reputation in the 60's and 70's as the preferred scent for Deadheads and hippies, perhaps because it's pungent scent was thought to mask the smell of cannabis. The oil's use in aromatherapy is as a fixative, healing of dry and itching skin, control appetite, and to relieve depression, however personal reactions to this herb seem to vary, people either love the scent or detest it. |
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 Used in countless perfumes and fragrances, patchouli is noted for its long-lasting fragrance and fixative ability. It borders on the exotic and even the name patchouli evokes images of heady aromas, dark, rich colors, candlelight, incense and intrigue. The aroma is very intense; it can be described as earthy, rich, sweet, balsamic, woody and spicy. A valuable modifier in blends containing floral or herbaceous oils. Patchouli oil is one of the few essential oils that improve with age. |
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| Oil of Patchouli is thick, the colour being brownish-yellow tinted green. It contains coerulein, the vivid blue compound found in matricaria, wormwood and other oils. It deposits a solid, or stearoptene, patchouli alcohol, leaving cadinene. 1226
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The patchouli plant is a bushy herb reaching two or three feet in height. The plant grows well in southern climates. It enjoys hot weather but not direct sunlight. If the plant withers due to lack of watering it will recover well and quickly once it has been watered. The seed-bearing flowers are very fragrant and bloom in late fall. The tiny seeds may be harvested for planting, but they are very delicate and easily crushed. Cuttings from the mother plant can also be rooted in water to produce further plants.
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Common Typos: patchule oil
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