Makrut Lime (Citrus hystrix) Leaf Essential Oil
$12.59 - $131.57
SKU
0110208:1L
Makrut Lime (Thai Lime)
COA MSDS
Botanical binomial: Citrus hystrix
Family: Rutaceae
Other names: Makrut Lime, Thai Lime, Kaffir Lime
Country of Origin: Indonesia
Part of plant used in production: Leaves
Methods of production: Steam distillation
Description: |
C. hystrix is a thorny bush, 2 to 11 metres (6 to 35 ft) tall, with distinct double leaves. |
Characteristics: | A pale yellow to yellow colour. The scent is quite strong of citrus and citronellol. |
Properties: | Analgesic, antidepressant, antimicrobial, antiseptic, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, deodorant,and sedative on the nervous system, tonic. |
Constituents: | citronellol, limonene, nerol |
Uses: | |
Blends well with | Basil, bergamot, cedarwood, geranium, lavender, lemon, palmarosa, petitgrain, rosemary, and tea tree. |
Safety: | Non-toxic. Can be sensitizing and irritating for some individuals therefore should not be applied to the skin at dilutions over 3%. Avoid contact with eyes and mouth. |