RAVENSARA
Botanical name: Cinnamomum camphora (synonymous with Agatophyllum aromaticum)

Also Known As (AKA):  Ravintsara, Clove Nutmeg, Ravensare, Hazomanitra, Havozo

Therapeutic Benefit - Mind:  Ravensara is energizing and clearing and dispels fatigue, depression, anguish, and fear.

Therapeutic Benefit - Body:  Ravensara is analgesic, antiviral, anti-infectious. It is an immunity stimulant that helps fight flu, colds, cough, bronchitis, sinusitis, and chronic fatigue syndrome. Ravensara is very good for infections like mononucleosis, chicken pox, hepatitis, herpes, and shingles. It is also beneficial to the digestion system and can assist with acne and rheumatism.

Therapeutic Benefit - Spirit:  Ravensara opens the throat chakra. It radiates courage and fearlessness.

Application Method:  Dilute 10 drops in 1 oz carrier oil, massage oil, or lotion and apply to skin. Use 4 drops in 2 cups of hot water for a steam.

Action Word:  Anti-viral

Color Energy:  Blue - Comforting

Fragrance:  Camphoraceous, woodsy, medicinal

Note:  Top Note

Color of Oil:  Clear with a tinge of yellow

Major Chemical Constituents:  1,8-cineole, alpha-pinene, eugenol, sabinene

Common Adulterants:  Rarely adulterated

Blends well with:  Basil, Cedarwood, Cinnamon, Clove, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Marjoram, Oregano, Peppermint, Pine, Rosemary, Sandalwood

Botany:  A tall evergreen tree found in the forests of Madagascar.

History:  Ravensara was first distilled in the 18th century but not widely used until the 1980’s.

Warnings:  Avoid during pregnancy. May irritate the skin.