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Botanical Name: Citrus aurantifolia
Both the deliciosa Tenore and the aurantifolia varities of Orange tree. The deliciosa Tenore is a Mandarin tree native to southern China whereas aurantifolia is a Bergamot tree, native to tropical and sub-tropical regions of the Asian continent.
Petitgrain essential oil at one time was extracted from small, green unripe bitter oranges the size of a cherry - hence the name 'peititgrain' or 'little grain'. This soon proved to be uneconomical as the production of this oil diminished the yield of bitter orange oil from the mature fruit later in the season. Today the oil is is distilled from the fresh leaves and young branches of the tree.
About the Oil
This Mandarin Petitgrain 'deliciosa Tenore' essential oil is steam distilled from wild growing Mandarin trees in Corsica. This is an exceptional Petitgrain, and may be the more calming of the two oils, as Mandarin is noted for this quality.
The Bergamot Petitgrain 'aurantifolia' from Italy is the classic essential oil steam distilled from Bergamot orange trees wild grown in Italy.
Petitgrain essential oil is one of the classic ingredients in 'eau-de-cologne', and is often employed as a fragrance component in perfumes, colognes, cosmetics and the like, and can be used to add an orange flavor to many foods. In some cases, the aroma is used instead of its more expensive partner Neroli.
Aromatherapy Notes
The 'deliciosa Tenore' Petitgrain essential oil is dark yellow-green with distinct lime-like and orange blossom top notes, a grassy, herbaceous middle note and undertones of light oak and beeswax.
Botanical Name: The 'aurantifolia' Petitgrain essential oil is pale yellow and has a bright orange and lime top note followed by herbaceous, lemon-grassy middle notes with deeper woody and resinous undertones.
Traditional Uses
All varieties of Petitgrain essential oil have been traditionally used in aromatherapy for acne, excessive perspiration, oily hair, and general toning of the skin.
Therapeutic Effects
Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Deoderant, Nervine, Stimulant (digestive, nervous system), Stomachic, Tonic
The most important aromatic use of both these oils is for their anti-anxiety, stress relieving actions.
Psychological:
Digestive System:
Nervous System:
Application and Use
Neroli and Petitgrain together make a wonderful blend; the neroli adds the quintessential floral note to the already lovely petitgrain aroma -- and the Neroli Petitgrain offers this same formula.
Individuals who are depressed and lacking confidence may find this blend to be gently inspiring:
Safety
This oil is non-toxic, a non-irritant and non sensitizing; It is non-photosensitizing like other citrus oils can be. If ingesting, consultation with a physician is recommended.