Description
Coriander oil is extracted from Coriandrum sativum of the Umbelliferae (Apiaceae) family and is also known as coriander seed and Chinese parsley.
The essential oil from this ancient herb has a place in aromatherapy, as it helps to ease the mind and fight fatigue, while it warms and calms the digestive system, relieves rheumatism and arthritic pain, muscular spasms and detoxifies the body.
Oil properties
Coriander oil has a sweet, spicy, warm smell, is nearly colorless to pale yellow and has a watery viscosity.
Origin of Coriander
The annual or biennial plant is a native of Morocco and grows to about 1 meter in height. It has sparse, fine, feathery leaves and pinkish/white flowers, which are followed by green seeds.
The leaves, when crushed, give off an unpleasant odor like squashed bugs. The Greek name ‘Koris’ (for bug) is the root word for Coriander.
The seeds have been used for thousands of years by the Egyptians, as an aphrodisiac (with seeds even found in the tomb of Tutankhamun) and by the Romans and Greeks to flavor their wines, while the Indians use it in their cooking.
The Carmelite order in France used the seeds to flavor their 17th century toilet water. It is still used in Chartreuse and Benedictine liqueurs.
Extraction
Coriander oil is extracted from the crushed ripe seeds by steam distillation and yields 0.8 – 1.0 % oil.
Chemical composition
The main chemical components are borneol, linalool, cineole, cymene, terpineol, dipentene, phellandrene, pinene and terpinolene.
Precautions
No contra-indications are known, but the oil can have a stupefying effect when used in very large doses.
Therapeutic Properties
The therapeutic properties of coriander oil are analgesic, aphrodisiac, antispasmodic, carminative, depurative, deodorant, digestive, carminative, fungicidal, lipolytic, stimulant and stomachic.
Uses
Coriander oil can be useful to refresh and to uplift the mind. It can help for mental fatigue, migraine, tension and nervous weakness. It has a warming effect on the stomach and relieve wind and cramps, while revitalizing the glandular system.
It is helpful for alleviating rheumatism and arthritis pain, as well as muscle spasms and is useful with colds and flu. It also acts as a general cleanser of the body, to rid it of toxins and fluid wastes.
- Vapor therapy or burner
- In vapor therapy, coriander oil can stimulate the mind and ease fatigue, while assisting with eating disorders and improving appetite.
- Diluted in a bath or ingredient in massage oil
- Diluted in the bath, or as part of a massage oil, coriander oil can help assist the digestive system, ease rheumatism and arthritis pain and muscular spasm, while detoxifying the body.
- In a cream or lotion
- As part of a cream or lotion, coriander oil can help with tension, mental fatigue, migraine, muscle spasms, arthritis and rheumatism pains and digestive problems, but should be used with care, as it may irritate some individual’s skin.
More information about Coriander Oil
Skin & Hair Care ~ excellent deodorant properties ~ helpful to prevent body odour, reduces bacteria & skin infections ~ inhibits growth of fungal infections
Body Care ~ aphrodisiac properties ~ can arouse & increase libido ~ helps impotency ~ frigidity of males & females ~ erectile dysfunctions ~ general loss of interest in sex ~ puts you in a frisky & naughty mood
Digestive System ~ helpful for abdominal cramps & pain ~ soothes nausea & eliminates the urge to vomit ~ relief from indigestion & flatulence ~ helps eliminate excess gas & bloating
Immune System ~ helps reduce pain ~ eleviates headaches & migraines
Lymphatic System ~ detoxifying properties ~ helps remove toxins from the body ~ helps reduce weight
Musculoskeletal System ~ recommended for the treatment of arthritis & rheumatism pain, gout, muscle cramps & spasms, muscular & joint aches & pain
Nervous System ~ helps activate sleep ~ provides relief from depression, tension, nervous debility, exhaustion, fatigue, weakness & stress ~ boosts your spirits ~ refreshes & uplifts the mind ~ helps with mental fatigue
Respiratory System ~ helps relieve coughs
Emotional ~ Spiritual ~ releases emotions related to fears especially those of the heart ~ warming & calming ~ allows more spiritual light & connection to enter the physical body ~ helps release resistance & attachment to old believes & open to new energies ~ recommended for addictions that relate to food ~ that try to fill a void & our feelings of our own self love
Blends well with ~ Aniseed, Bergamot, Cinnamon, Clove, Fragonia, Grapefruit, Grapefruit Pink, Ginger, Gingergrass, Grapefruit, Grapefruit Pink, Neroli, Nutmeg, Lemon, Lemon Balm, Lemongrass, Lemon Myrtle, Lemon Scented Tea Tree, Lemon Verbena, Lime, Mandarin, May Chang, Melissa, Myrtle, Neroli, Nerolina, Orange, Rosalina, Spikenard, Tangerine
Safety ~ non-toxic, non-irritating & non-sensitizing
