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Fennel (Sweet) Essential Oil
Foeniculum vulgare dulce
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Fennel Essential Oil Profile Information
| Common Name |
- Fennel Essential Oil |
| Botanical Name |
- Foeniculum vulgare dulce |
| Country of Origin |
- France |
| Parts Used |
- Seeds |
| Extraction |
- Steam Distillation |
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General - Fennel is a biennial or perennial herb up to 2m high with feathery leaves and golden yellow flowers. Essential oil is extracted by steam distillation from crushed seeds or the whole herb. Fennel will thrive anywhere, and a plantation will last for years.
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Uses - Fennel essential oil,
Foeniculum vulgare dulce, is considered good for obstructions of the liver, spleen and gall bladder and digestive complaints.
Can be used locally for conjunctivitis, blepharitis and pharyngitis.On account of its aromatic and carminative properties, Fennel fruit is chiefly used
medicinally with purgatives to allay their tendency to griping and for this purpose forms one of the ingredients of the well-known compound Liquorice
Powder. Fennel water has properties similar to those of anise and
dill water: mixed with sodium bicarbonate and syrup, these waters constitute the
domestic 'Gripe Water,' used to correct the flatulence of infants. Volatile oil of Fennel has these properties in concentration. Fennel is also
largely used for cattle condiments. It is one of the plants which is said to be disliked by fleas, and powdered Fennel has the effect of driving away fleas
from kennels and stables. The plant gives off ozone most readily.
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Fennel essential oil, Foeniculum
vulgare dulce, blends well with
the following essential oils: anise,
Geranium, lavender,
rose and sandalwood.
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Cautions - Non-irritant, relatively non-toxic, narcotic in large doses; bitter fennel may cause sensitization.
Bitter fennel oil should not be used on the skin at all, although it is considered superior medicinally. Neither oil should be used by epileptics or during
pregnancy. Use in moderation.
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Properties - Aperitif, anti-flammatory, antimicrobial, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminantive, depurative, diuretic,
emmenagogue, expectorant, galactagogue, laxativeorexigenic, stimulant (circulatory), splenic, stomachic, tonic, vermifuge.
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All of our oils are 100% pure and natural,
of therapeutic grade and free from any chemicals or pesticides.
Although all of our products are of
premium quality, our essential oils are not certified
organic.
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Sweet Fennel Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential oils can also be used in soap
making
ingredients,
lotions, massage oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body
fragrance, perfume oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense, light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more. |
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Ingredients