Characteristics of the Crane

Geranium is a very hardy plant that can grow even in the hardest soil! Its scientific name is Pelargonium and it belongs to the Geraniaceae family, like mastic and arboretum.
Geranium is a low perennial shrub with fast growth and thin branches with rich green foliage. It loves sunny positions, with a southerly direction, which help it to have a long flowering, from early spring to autumn. The flowers of the plant do not smell, but if we lightly rub the leaves, the unique characteristic aroma emerges that is often used in perfumes and cosmetic creams.

Geranium is sensitive to cold, but it is a strong plant and is rarely affected by diseases. It is easily propagated in the spring by cutting small branches from the top vegetation which we plant in a pot or directly in the ground.

Geranium essential oil is derived from the flowering tops of the plant by the steam distillation method.

History of the Geranium

The geranium was named Pelargonium from the Greek word for stork, due to the similarity of its flowers to the beak of a stork. It is a plant dedicated to the goddess Aphrodite. It originates from Africa and is currently cultivated in Egypt, Kenya and Algeria. It is said to have been introduced to Europe in the late 17th century, in areas where the climate was favorable for its growth.
One of the first to distill geranium essential oil was the French chemist Recluz, who began using it in perfumery. Later, the Italian doctor Rovesti recommended it for treating tension and anxiety.

In Greece, geranium is a very popular plant. It is considered one of the most effective
insect repellent plants and is often planted for this reason next to basil, lavender and sage.

Ingredients

Geranium essential oil is produced from the flowers of the plant by the steam distillation method.

Chemical composition of geranium essential oil

Citronellol, nerol, geraniol, linalool, eugenol, myrtenol, terpineol, citral, citronellyl formate, methone, sabinene.

Instructions for use

- Hair Mist
Add 3 drops of geranium essential oil to 100 ml of lavender water and shake well. Then spray the ends of your hair (away from the roots) to give it style and leave a wonderful scent in your hair.
- Stuffy nose
At low temperature, let the water evaporate along with eucalyptus leaves and 1-2 drops of geranium. The effect of eucalyptus combined with the properties of geranium will immediately free the nasal passage from blockage and make breathing easier.
- Combine lavender and avocado oil along with a few drops of geranium for deep nourishment and radiant skin.*
*Contact our pharmacist for the preparation of the mixture.
- In the combustion device, pour 2 drops of geranium into lukewarm water along with
2 drops of lavender to scent the room. At the same time, its aroma will release stress and fatigue.
- It combines well with rose, jasmine, basil, lavender, apricot essential oil.

Chinese medicine

Geranium, in Traditional Chinese Medicine, is known by the name Tian Shu.
Kui is an herb that affects the spleen, kidney and stomach meridians.
liver. It is considered a mild warming agent and is used to dry the
excessive moisture and fluid retention from the body, while at the same time
keeps the kidneys clean from the accumulation of stones.Also, the aroma of
treats mild depression and headache.