Palmarosa is a tall, aromatic grass that produces long, narrow leaves and small, pink-tinged flowers. Palmarosa floral water, also known as a hydrosol, is a by-product of the steam distillation process used to extract essential oil from the palmarosa plant.
Palmarosa, also known as Cymbopogon martinii, is a species of grass that is native to India and other parts of Asia. It is a tall, aromatic grass that produces long, narrow leaves and small, pink-tinged flowers. People prize the plant for its essential oil, which has a sweet, rosy-lemon aroma.
Palmarosa hydrosol is also known as floral water. It is a by-product of the steam distillation process used to extract essential oil from the palmarosa plant. It is a clear, colourless liquid with a light, fresh aroma that is reminiscent of rose and lemon. Palmarosa hydrosol contains many of the same beneficial compounds found in essential oil. This makes it a versatile and useful addition to personal care, cleaning, and medicinal applications.
Botanical Name: Cymbopogon martinii
CAS#: 8014-19-5
Origin: India
Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation
Source: Leaves
Solubility: Soluble in Water
Color & Odor: Colorless with the fresh, floral and sweet aroma
Constituents: (E)-β-Ocimene, linalool, geraniol, geranyl acetate and (E,Z)-farnesol
Specific Gravity: N/A
Flash Point: N/A
Optical Rotation: N/A
Major Constituents: (E)-β-Ocimene, linalool, geraniol, geranyl acetate and (E,Z)-farnesol
Palmarosa floral water offers several potential benefits and uses, including:
It’s recommended to consult a healthcare professional before using palmarosa floral water for medicinal purposes. And, it is best practice to perform a patch test before applying it topically.
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