Characteristics of Nerantzia

The orange tree – Citrus aurantium, is a tree native to Southeast Asia and is now widely cultivated in most parts of the world. It belongs to the citrus family and is also known as the bitter orange, sour orange, citron or Seville orange.
It is a medium-sized tree, up to 3 meters tall. It is considered to be a cross between a mandarin and a grapefruit.
It grows wild in ravines and is a frost and drought resistant plant without any special requirements. The flowers of the tree bloom early in spring and their excellent aroma attracts bees, which is why it is often cultivated as a beekeeping tree for its
production of orange honey.
Bitter orange is rich in vitamin C, flavones, antioxidants, calcium, potassium, sodium, iron, magnesium. Neroli essential oil, known for its wonderful penetrating aroma, is produced from the flowers of the bitter orange tree.

History of Nerantzia

The neroli tree was first cultivated in the Mediterranean region by Arab conquerors around the 10th to 11th centuries. Later, the tree traveled to Asia and America. The presence of neroli essential oil was first recorded in 1563. It is said that its name (neroli) came from the princess of Nerola, Anna Maria, who was the one who introduced it to the
Italy. Orange blossoms have been used in the past as wedding wreaths and as a symbol of purity.
In Greece and Cyprus, the orange tree grows in cities, beautifies city sidewalks and is widely consumed in spoon sweets and jams. In aromatherapy, it has been valued as an anxiolytic, at the same time relaxing, for its antidepressant and aphrodisiac properties. A decoction is prepared from the dried orange flowers, ideal for coughs, insomnia and good digestion.

Ingredients

Essential oil from the fragrant flowers of the orange tree, produced by the hydrodistillation method. Chemical composition of orange essential oil. Limonene 27.5%, (E)-nerolidol 17.5%, α-terpineol 14%, alpha-terpinyl acetate 11.7%, (E, E-
farnesol 8%

Instructions for use

- Compress: Pour 7 drops of neroli into 100 ml of warm water and apply to the area of ​​the body where tension has accumulated. Avoid the face area.
- Inhalations for stuffy nose: In a pan, put water to evaporate on low heat.
temperature and add 5 drops of neroli and a few eucalyptus leaves for clean and free breathing.
- Sensual body oil: Use evening primrose oil with castor oil and add gardenia and neroli essential oils. Apply to the body before a night out and leave a charming scent in your wake.
- Refresh your home space with a few drops of neroli in the ceramic burner.
- It combines well with rose, lemon balm, lavender, orange, tangerine, sandalwood, jasmine.

Useful tips

- The use of essential oils should be avoided during pregnancy, breastfeeding and by young children.
- Avoid direct contact with skin, eyes and mouth.
- Always use essential oils dissolved in a base oil or other catalyst.