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Karanj Seed Essential Oil
Pongamia glabra
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Karanj Seed Essential Oil
| Common Name |
- Karanj Seed Essential Oil, karanj
oil, Pongam oil, Honge oil |
| Botanical Name |
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Pongamia glabra |
| Country of Origin |
- India |
| Parts Used |
- pods |
| Extraction |
- cold pressed |
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Karanj Seed Essential Oil Profile General -
The Karanja tree is of medium size, reaching a
height of lam. The tree bears green pods which after some 10 months change
to a tan colour. The pods are flat to elliptic, 5-7 cm long and contain 1 or
2 kidney shaped brownish red kernels. The yield of kernels per tree is
reported between 8 and 24 kg. (Bring)).
The kernels are white and covered by a thin
reddish skin. The composition of typical air dried kernels is: Moisture 19%,
Oil 27.5%, Protein 17.4%. The oil content varies from 2739%. The oil
contains toxic flavonoids including 1.25% karanjin and 0.85% pongamol. After
refining, and removal of these flavonoids, the oil still produced retarded
growth in rat feeding studies. (Mandal). In the 1970's India was producing
4000-6500 tans of oil per annum.
Karanj is among the herbs,
the natives of North India have used since generations
in traditional farming as natural pesticide. According
to the old natives, the presence of these trees near to
paddy fields helps in repelling the harmful insects.
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Karanj Seed Oil Uses -
According to Ayurveda, Karanj Oil is anthelmintic,
alexipharmic and useful in diseases of eye and skin. The oil
has been used to treat tumors, wounds, ulcers, itching,
enlargement of spleen and abdomen, urinary discharges. It
also reputed to cure biliousness, piles, head pains,
leucoderma, skin diseases and wounds.
Karanja oil, like Neem oil, has been widely
tested for piscidal, insecticidal, nematicidal and bactericidal activity.
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Karanj Seed essential oil,
Not Known
Karanj Seed Oil yields a bitter,
odd odor.
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Karanj Seed Oil Cautions -
Karanj Seed Oil is generally non-toxic and non-sensitizing.
Use well diluted. Avoid use during pregnancy.
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Karanj Seed Essential Oil Properties -
Mildly analgesic, anti microbial, anti neuralgic (pulmonary, urinary, intestinal), anthelminthic,
diaphoretic, carminative, expectorant, febrifuge, insecticide, sudorific, tonic.
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All of our essential oils are 100% pure and natural
essential oils,
of therapeutic quality and free from any chemicals or pesticides.
Although all of our products are of
premium quality, our essential oils are not certified
organic essential oils.
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Karanj Seed Pure therapeutic quality Essential oils can also be used in soap
making
ingredients,
lotions, massage oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body
fragrance, perfume oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense, light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more. |
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| Essential Oil Safety |
therapeutic quality Essential Oil Safety
Never use therapeutic quality Essential Oils as a substitute for necessary medical care. Keep oils tightly closed and out of reach of children. Never ingest undiluted essential oils. Don't use undiluted oils on your skin. Dilute oils with vegetable oils, one to three drops per tablespoon. Keep oils away from eyes and mucous membranes. Skin test oils before using. Dilute a small amount and apply to the skin of your inner arm or back of knee. Do not use if redness or irritation occurs. If redness, burning, itching or irritation occur, stop using oil immediately. Use less rather than more.
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| Information provided is not designed to diagnose, prescribe, or treat any illness, or injury and is provided for informational purposes only. Always consult a medical doctor, or other alternative medical practitioner when suffering from any disease, illness, or injury, or before attempting a traditional or folk remedy. Keep all products away from children and pets. As with any natural product, they can be toxic if misused. This company, it's owners, staff and/or representatives are not responsible for misuse of this or any other product. It is solely the responsibility of the purchaser to know what they are buying and how to handle and use the item(s). The products on this website are NOT a food grade item and should never be taken internally. We do not train or certify anyone. If you wish to gain education on how to use these essential oils and products, please visit www.ntcb.org or www.aromatherapycoach.com |
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