Tangerine Oil

Botanical Name of Tangerine:   Citrus reticulate / Citrus tangerina,

Synonyms:  Citrus nobilis, C. madurensis, C. unshiu and C. Deliciosa, European mandarin, tangerine, naartjie and true mandarin 

About Tangerine: Both Citrus reticulate and Citrus tangerine are closely related species where former can be considered sub-species of the later though still some confusion prevails over the exact scientific nomenclatures which can be used in this regard. Tangerines are very similar to oranges but little smaller in size and easier to peel and split. Tangerines can be peeled open and eaten out of hands and can also be used in salads, desserts and main dishes. Tangerine juice is also very common in many countries.

History of Tangerine: History of Tangerines would take us some 3000 years back when these were cultivated in China and referred to a Mandarin Orange. During early 19^th century these oranges were taken to Europe and from there to America, a little later. There are many different varieties of Tangerines and they come is various shapes and sizes. Apart from China modern day Myanmar is another major supplier of these fruits. Tangerines are major source of various Vitamins and minerals which are very good for our health.   

Properties of Tangerine Oil: The peel of the Tangerine is cold pressed to obtain Tangerine essential Oil. The major chemical constituents of this oil include: alpha pinene, beta pinene, linalool, alpha thujone, camphene, sabinene, myrcene, nerol, geranial, citronellal, limonene, terpineol, Vitamin C, B1, B2, B3, potassium, magnesium, etc.

Health Benefits and Applications Tangerine Oil:

Tangerine Oil is known to have number of benefits, some of the important ones include:

Anti Septic: We all know how bad septic can be and hence we should always take good care of our wounds so that they do not get infected by this bacteria. If left unchecked septic can quickly spread to other parts of the body. Tangerine essential oil has natural anti septic properties which can protect wounds for getting infection.

Anti Spasmodic: Spasms are not just restricted to muscle cramps but can cover many other parts of body including our digestive system, respiratory system and nervous system. Tangerine oil is proven in treating ailments related to spasms.

Cytophylactic: Recycling and growth of cellular matter in our body is very important. By this not only the normal growth of the body is promoted but only its capacity to heal normal wear and tear gets enhanced. Tangerine essential oil has these properties which are promote such a growth.

Sedative: This property helps in soothing our mind and body so that we can feel lighter. Problems such as anxiety, mental strains, hypertension, etc can be treated using this oil.

Other therapeutic properties of Tangerine Oil that make it useful are: Depurative, Stomachic, Tonic, improves blood circulation, boosts digestion, maintains oil and moisture balance, eases constipation, skincare, etc.

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