Mandarin

A small evergreen tree growing up to about 5.4 m with shiny oval leaves, fragrant flowers and fleshy fruits with skins that peel off easily. The mandarin is very similar to the tangerine. The taste and flavor of both are more delicate and refined than that of the orange.

Common Name:

Mandarin

Botanical Name:

Citrus nobilis

Family:

Rutaceae

Location:

United States, Algeria, Brazil, California, Cyprus, Florida, Greece, Italy, Spain, Texas.

Extraction:

Expression

Parts Used:

Peel

Color and Odor:

The essential oil is golden yellow in color and has a delicate, sweet (almost floral) aroma reminiscent of the fruit itself.

Background:

Originating in China, where it is traditionally very important, the fruit was named after the Chinese mandarins. It was introduced to Europe at the beginning of the nineteenth century and to the Americas about a half century later.

Properties:

Antispasmodic, cytophyactic, digestive, sedative, tonic.

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Uses:

Digestive System—Aids digestion as it calms the intestines but acts as a tonic for the stomach and the liver. Gentle action suitable for hiccups.
Skin—Promotes cell regeneration; excellent for pregnancy, prevents stretch marks.
Emotions—Fresh, subtle, sympathetic, inspiring, strengthening.

Blends:

DIGESTIVE	SKIN	EMOTION
Mandarin 6	Mandarin 6	Mandarin 7
Fennel 4	Frankincense 3	Frankincense 3
Coriander 2	Lavender 3	Rosewood 2

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