Patchouli oil

We think that many residents of our latitudes have heard about the unique properties of patchouli oil at least once in their lives. The exotic patchouli plant itself is a shrub whose homeland researchers consider the Philippines. Patchouli is a shrub that reaches a height of 90 cm. It is worth noting that patchouli refers to incredibly whimsical plants that, in addition to certain climatic conditions, require constant care and fertile soil.

It is noteworthy that the patchouli plant quickly depletes the soil on which it grows. Patchouli oil is obtained during the processing of young shoots and leaves of the plant. Interestingly, patchouli leaves do not differ in characteristic aroma or taste. However, the resulting patchouli oil has a rich and memorable aroma.

Due to its distinctive properties, patchouli oil has become widespread in cosmetology, folk medicine, aromatherapy, and besides cooking. The patchouli oil obtained by distillation has an initially rather dense consistency and is distinguished by a mustard-green tint. Often patchouli oil is quite difficult to extract from the container, so professionals advise to warm the bottle in your hands or in warm water.

The main global suppliers, and in addition, countries such as Indonesia, China, as well as Malaysia and India are considered producers of patchouli oil. The first patchouli oil began to be used for medicinal and cosmetic purposes in India. Later, patchouli oil was also used in cooking. Due to its persistent and pronounced aromatic properties, patchouli oil is used to aromatize products.

Most often, patchouli oil is mixed with honey or sour cream, and is also added to baking or alcoholic beverages. Patchouli oil significantly improves both the taste and aroma properties of finished culinary products. It is noteworthy that patchouli oil has been used for thousands of years as an effective remedy for bites of poisonous insects.

In addition, patchouli oil is included in the anti-bite composition of some species of venomous snakes. this state of affairs is primarily due to the unique natural composition of patchouli oil, which contains biologically active compounds having powerful antiseptic characteristics. It is worth noting that patchouli oil occupies one of the main places in aromatherapy.

Patchouli essential oil helps support the nervous system of the human body. In addition, patchouli essential oil has a beneficial effect on the entire human body as a whole. As a result of scientific research, it was found that patchouli oil contributes to the prevention and treatment of colds, as well as depriving or herpes. Patchouli oil can be invaluable for diseases of hemorrhoidal nodes, as well as for cystitis.