Botanical Name: Eriocephalus africanus
Plant Part: Flower & stem
Extraction Method: Steam distilled
Origin: South Africa
Description: Cape Snowbush is a small evergreen shrub with dark green needle-like leaves native to the western cape of Africa. Although it is often called African rosemary, it is not related to the common Mediterranean type. In spring the plant is covered in small white flowers making it appear as though it is covered in snow hence its name.
Color: Clear to pale yellow
Common Uses: Cape Snowbush has been used to improve memory, relieve muscle pain and tension headaches. It is believed to be a nerve stimulant, antioxidant and antibacterial. Aromatherapists have employed Cape snowbush as an anti-depressant, anti-spasmodic, carminative, decongestive, diuretic and stomachic. It is also believed to stimulate and clear the mind, as well as being an effective agent to fight colds, coughs, flu, and treat insomnia.
Consistency: Thin
Note: Middle
Strength of Aroma: Medium
Blends well with: Basil, bergamot, benzoin, frankincense, fennel, ginger, lemon, litsea cubeba, palmarosa, and sandalwood.
Aromatic Scent: Sweet, floral with camphoraceous undertones.
History: Historically, the leaves and twigs of the Cape Snowbush plant were boiled in water and the liquid was used as a hair tonic to treat dandruff.
Cautions: No Known toxicity, avoid during pregnancy
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