The aroma is often referred to as “more lemon than lemon”.
Therapeutic Properties:
“The oil is said to be: antiseptic, antiviral, carminative, sedative and corrective from a herbal point of view and is indicated for the following conditions: Common cold, influenza, bronchitis, indigestion and other irritable GIT disorders, herpes simplex (topically).
Therapeutically, citral has been shown to exhibit sedative, anti-bacterial, antiseptic, anti-viral, and anti-fungal properties. Aldehydes and particularly citral have long been considered to have anti-tumour properties, thought he few studies carried out have proven to be inconclusive”. (Bush Sense by Mark A. Webb).
Potential Uses:
A very effective antibacterial and antifungal. Research conducted by Penfold and Grant as early as 1925 demonstrated the ability of Lemon Myrtle to act as a powerful disinfectant. Their research demonstrated that it was a more powerful disinfectant than the more well-know Tea Tree Oil!
Works wonderfully in home keeping products such as dishwashing detergents, laundry detergents, surface disinfectants, air fresheners, etc. Lemon Myrtle leaf is being used extensively in Australian cuisine. Common applications include fettuccine, ice cream, sauces, marinades, and cakes – it tastes delicious!
FDA Disclaimer:
This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
90 to 95% citral with minor amounts of myrcene, methyl heptenone, linalool, citronellal and alpha and beta cyclocitral.
3 years after date of manufacture
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