Plant Glossary
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Cedarwood
Warm and woody, cedarwood oil is known for purifying spaces, calming the nervous system, and neutralising odors. Its antimicrobial properties make it valuable in both environmental and personal care.
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Key Compounds & Functions:
Cedrol - Calms the nervous system and helps regulate microbial presence.
Alpha-Cedrene - Neutralises odor-causing bacteria and has antifungal action..
Energetics:
Grounding - like the forest floor, it brings a sense of quiet strength and stability.
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Cypress
Crisp and clean, cypress lends a subtle sharpness that supports fresh, breathable environments. It’s often used to ease stagnation, both in body and air.
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Key Compounds & Functions:
Alpha-pinene: Freshens airc and contributes to antimicrobial effects
Delta-3-carene: Known for its decongestant and surface-cleansing actions.
Energetics:
Clarifying - promotes a sense of openness and flow in both mind and space.
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Ginger
Ginger has been used for centuries to stimulate circulation, improve digestion and invigorate the body.
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Key Compounds & Functions:
Gingerol - Potent antioxidant that supports circulation and help inhibits microbial growth.
Zingiberene - Contributes warmth and microbial resistance through its stimulating aroma.
Energetics - Warming and energising — supports movement.
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Lime
Lime offers a fresh and bright scent. It's oil has antibacterial benefits, and is excellent for degreasing and cutting through buildup.
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Key Compounds & Functions:
Limonene - Strong degreasing and antimicrobial power, also interacts with serotonin and dopamine pathways and supports mood.
Gamma-terpinene - A potent antioxidant that helps break down organic residue through oxidative action..
Energetics:
Awakening and Uplifting — lifts stagnant energy and sharpens the senses.
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Marjoram
Marjoram oil i used in herbalism for muscle support and stress relief, with a gentle herbal aroma that blends well with both floral and wood oils.
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Key Compounds & Functions:
Terpinen-4-ol - Mildly antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory.
Linalool - Relaxing and calming to the nervous system..
Energetics:
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Olive
High in oleic acid and antioxidants, olive oil has been used for centuries in soap making and skin care. Its emollient properties support gentle cleansing and hydration, making it a staple in traditional formulations.
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Key Compounds & Functions
Oleic acid - Moisturising and nourishing.
Squalene - Natural antioxidant and skin-protective agent..
Energetics: A nurturing and restorative plant, linked to peace and vitality.
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Orange
Sweet orange oil, also high in limonene, is well-researched for its antibacterial potential. It’s commonly used in aromatherapy for its uplifting scent and is also valued in natural home care for its fresh, clean finish.
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Key Compounds & Functions
Limonene -
Broad-spectrum antimicrobial, degreasing, and mood-elevating
Myrcene -
Antioxidant and mild anti-inflammatory properties that contributes to the oil’s soothing character..
Energetics:
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Palmarosa
Palmarosa is high in geraniol, a compound known for its antimicrobial and antifungal properties. It can be used for skincare and air purification, its soft floral scent supports both surface-level and atmospheric cleansing.
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Key Compounds & Functions:
Geraniol - Antibacterial, antifungal, and helps maintain skin hydration.
Linalool - Calms irritation and supports a healthy microbiome..
Energetics:
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Patchouli
Patchouli’s deep, earthy aroma comes with natural deodorising, antimicrobial, and antifungal properties. It’s valued for its ability to purify and anchor scent blends.
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Key Compounds & Functions:
Patchoulol - Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, helps reduce irritation.
Alpha-Bulnesene - Enhances earthy scent and has skin-calming effects..
Energetics:
Grounding and steadying with it's ability to supports the body’s natural response to stress. -
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Rosemary
Herbaceous and invigorating, rosemary sharpens mental clarity by stimulating circulation and supporting neurotransmitter activity. Its scent energises and uplifts, making it ideal for focus.
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Key Compounds & Functions:
1,8-Cineole - Enhances cognitive performance by increasing blood flow to the brain and supporting respiratory function.
Camphor - Adds stimulating, antimicrobial, and cleansing properties..
Energetics:An energiser, that through inhalation is crisp and clarifying like a breath of air that cuts through mental fog.
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