Sourced from Cymbopogon martinii cultivated across India, particularly in Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh, this essential oil is obtained through steam distillation of fresh grass harvested at peak maturity. Its composition is dominated by geraniol, supported by minor esters that lend softness and balance. The opening is bright, floral, and distinctly rosy, underscored by fresh green nuances that add lift and clarity. Its diffusion is moderate yet clean, allowing it to sit effectively between the top and heart phases. Compared to rose, it is more linear but highly functional. In perfumery, palmarosa functions as a floral extender and modifier, reinforcing rose accords, enhancing diffusion, and contributing a naturalistic floral brightness across compositions.
Palmarosa Essential Oil
Cymbopogon martini
Natural Origin
Sustainably Sourced
GC-MS Tested
FEMA
| CAS number | 8014-19-5 |
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| Origin | Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka |
| Applications | Rose accords, Soaps, Detergents,Functional Perfumery, Aromatherapy |
| Organoleptic Properties | Sweet, floral, slightly dry with hints of rose |
| Form | Liquid |
| Density | 0.879 - 0.892 |
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| Crop Season | January-June |
| Part Used | Grass |
| Method of Extraction | Steam Distillation |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Appearance | Light yellow to yellow liquid |
| Optical Rotation | -2° to +3° |
| Refractive Index @ 20°C | 0.879 - 0.892 |
| Chemical Constituents | Geraniol, Geranyl Acetate, Linalool, β-Caryophyllene, trans-β-Ocimene |
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