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Ylang-Ylang Cananga adorata
Cananga adorata
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Common Names
Ylang-Ylang
Botanical Name
Cananga adorata
Family
ANNONACEAE Custard apple family
Ylang-Ylang Medicinal Properties & Benefits
Aphrodisiac * Aromatherapy Air Fresheners * Depression * Hypertension HBP * Insomnia *
Parts Used: essence obtained from flowers
Constituents:Pinene, benzoic acid, cadinene, carophyllene, cresol, eugenol, isoeugenol, linalyl acetate, linalyl benzoate, linalool, geraniol
Ylang-ylang is a stimulating, yet relaxing oil with antiseptic and aphrodisiac properties. It is commonly used to lift depressive states, and address poor circulation. Ylang-ylang helps to keep hair and skin healthy while adding a sweet, floral aroma to beauty formulations.
Ylang-Ylang Remedies
Prep Methods :Essential Oil
remedy Remedies using Ylang-Ylang
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Essential Oil
aromatherapy Ylang ylang oil is distilled from the early morning, fresh-picked flowers of the cananga tree. The distillation process is interrupted at various points as the accumulated oil is removed. The first oil to be drawn off is the highest quality and is graded extra or #1. Ylang ylang extra has an intense floral, sweet, jasmine-like, almost narcotic sensual, euphoric aroma.
Emotional Healing Benefits
Aphrodisiac *Calming *Mood Uplfting *sleep *
referencesYlang-Ylang Medicinal Uses & References
Air freshener
Add ylang-ylang oil to blends for a sweet, intense floral note 814
High blood pressure
Hypotensive, useful as an element of treatment in high blood pressure. 815
Erotic massage oil
Ylang ylang extra has an intense floral, sweet, jasmine-like, almost narcotic sensual, euphoric aroma, perfect for loving massages 813
Mood elevator
Elevates the spirit and consoles the heart 812
Restful sleep
The sedative property of ylang-ylang calms excitability, making sleep easier. 816
Side Effects:
Beware of adulterations with inferior oils. High concentration can cause headache and nausea.
Plant Description
Ylang-ylang, Cananga odorata, is the flower of the native Filipino cananga tree. The tree is found throuout tropical Asia. The leaves are long, smooth and glossy, and the branches droop like a willow. The highly perfumed flower is greenish yellow or pink, curly like a starfish, and yields a highly fragrant essential oil.
Folklore, Myths and Legends
History and Traditions
historyFilipinos used the flowers of the cananga, (Ylang-ylang), mixed with coconut oil as protection against saltwater and snakebites. The oil was used in the 19th century as a hair oil.

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