| Latin Name : | Backhousia citriodora |
| English Name : | Lemon Myrtle |
| French Name : | Myrte citronné |
| Family : | Myrtaceae |
| Origin : | Australia |
Lemon Myrtle is a tree that grows in the Australian rainforest. Its leaves are glossy green and its white flowers grow at the end of the branches. Its Latin name comes from the botanist who discovered it, James Backhouse and from the smell emanating from its leaves.
| Distilled Part : | Leaves |
| Extraction : | Steam distillation |
| Oil Characteristics : | Clear mobile pale yellow liquid with a lemony scent. |
Lemon Myrtle essential oil is calming and comforting. It helps deal with difficulties of life, calm frustrations and accept problems. Lemon Myrtle is recommended to treat anxiety.
Lemon Myrtle is used in making multiple culinary products. It tastes like lemon without the acidity.
The essential oil can be used in atmospheric diffusion to purify air.
The myrtle lemony note pleasantly perfumes cosmetics. It helps with acne and for feet and hands care.
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