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grows throughout Nepal between 1100m-2500m. Also found in the Himalayas
(Kashmir to Bhutan), N. India, East to China, Taiwan, Philippines,
Lesser Sunda Islands.
Constituents & Specifications :
a-pinene, Sabinene, ß-myrcene, ß-pinene, Limonene, ß-phellandrene, Linalool, Trans methyl cinnamate, among others
Properties :
Analgesic, Antibiotic, Antiseptic, Carminative, Febrifuge, Odontalgic, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic
Benefits & Uses :
- Benefits
the nervous system and useful in treatment of stress-related conditions
such as headache, insomnia and nervous tension. Useful in the treatment
of circulation, muscles and joints complications and relieves
arthritis, inflamed joints, muscular pains, rheumatism and sprains.
Prevents the spreading of infectious diseases. Useful in the treatment
of tooth problems.Aids the digestive system and helps to improve
appetite.
- Being rich in linalool, and also containing limonene,
methyl cinnamate and cineole, it is used in the fragrance and flavor
industry
- Used as a flavouring agent in the confectionery
industry and in the manufacture of soft drinks. Also used in the
pharmaceutical and perfumery industries.