Characteristics of the Peach Tree
The peach is a spherical fleshy pome fruit and is the fruit of the peach tree (Prunus persica) which belongs to the large Rosaceae family.
It comes from China and today is one of the fruit trees that is intensively cultivated worldwide. It can reach 4.5 meters in height and live about 30 years.
It has green leaves and in the spring it is covered with fragrant pink flowers. Its growth is favored in warm climates and in sunny locations. Cold winters and heavy rainfall can inhibit its fruiting.
The fruit's popularity is due in part to its many benefits and antioxidant properties. It is a rich source of vitamins C, K, E, A and zinc. It also contains high levels of vitamin A, carotene and flavonoids. In addition, they help in its good functioning
thyroid gland, maintain youthfulness of the skin and strengthen the immune system.

History of the Peach Tree
Peaches are one of the oldest fruits. They originate from China, where many different varieties thrive after being cultivated in the area for 4000 years, from the warm regions of the south to the cold regions of the north. In China the peach has an important religious role, as it is considered a sacred fruit and symbolizes longevity and fertility.
In Chinese mythology it is said that the immortals planted peach trees in their gardens, to
live thousands of years of life to those who ate their fruit.
According to the Chinese calendar, peach blossoms symbolize the end of winter and the beginning of the new year. It is given as a birthday gift to elderly people along with the wish for long life and good health.
Today China accounts for nearly 60% of the world's peach production.

Components
Essential oil from the kernels of the radish with the cold pressing method.
Chemical composition of peach essential oil
Phenols, unsaturated fatty acids 91.27%, rutin, hydrocinnamic acid, sinopinic acid, epicatechin gallate, dithiothreitol, caffeic acid.

Instructions for use
- To combat unwanted household odors, put a few drops of peach essential oil on a cotton ball and leave it in the kitchen or bathroom area.
- Combine peach essential oil with almond oil in reflexology acupressure for amenorrhea, indigestion and constipation.
- To treat cellulite and skin elasticity, add a few drops of peach essential oil and a few drops of orange, grapefruit to grape seed oil. Then massage the thighs and buttocks.
- In a burner, add a few drops of peach essential oil to water to bring a sweet and delightful smell to your home
- Combines well with essential oil of bergamot, ginger, cinnamon, orange, cedar and myrrh.

Chinese medicine
The peach in China is known as Tao Zi and is used by PKI healers to restore the lung and colon meridians.
It is mildly warming, moves the blood, relieves period pains and hydrates the intestine well.

Helpful tips
- The use of essential oils should be avoided during pregnancy, breastfeeding and by small children.
- Avoid direct contact with skin, eyes and mouth.
- Always use essential oils diluted in a carrier oil or other catalyst.