Botanical Name: Coleonema album
Plant Part: Stems & Leaves
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Origin: South Africa
Description: Cape May is a medium to large woody shrub with small heath-like leaves and fragrant flowers. It is grown on the mountains of the southern coastal region of South Africa. In the spring and summer the bush is a mass of small, white star-like flowers and is used extensively as an insect repellent and a deodorizer.
Color: Clear
Common Uses: Cape May is reputed to assist in easing aches and pains of cold and flu, and relieving sore throat. As a gentle diuretic, Cape May useful for a gentle detox and mild water retention. In many instances, this essential oil has been reported to be very useful as an insect repellent. Cape May is also credited with being antiseptic, deodorant, sedative, restorative.
Consistency: Light
Note: Middle to Top
Strength of Aroma: Strong
Blends well with: Basil, bergamot, Cape chamomile, clary sage, fennel, geranium, ginger, jasmine, juniper, lavender, neroli, patchouli, petitgrain, vetiver, ylang-ylang.
Aromatic Scent: Cape May oil is clear in color with a fresh herby fragrance and an interesting pepper note.
History: During the flowering season the small white petals cover the grown like confetti, hence the colloquial name “confetti bush”. Cape May has long been used by South African fishermen to remove the smell of fish and bait from their hands. Campers are also know to rub the twigs onto their bedding to keep the bugs and insects away.
Cautions: No known toxicity.
Disclaimer:
Please note, the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy.
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