Ylang-ylang

Canangium odoratum forma genuina

Ylang-ylang is an evergreen tree reaching up to 20 m in height. Distributed in the Asian tropics, Indonesia, Java and Kalimantan, the Philippines, Madagascar and the Comoros Islands. The word “ylang-ylang” in the language of one of the African nationalities means “flower of flowers”, and translated from Filipino it means “fluttering, fluttering”.

Kananga trees are very decorative: long, hanging branches, like those of a willow, with oval shiny leaves (the plant is related to the evergreen magnolia). The tree blooms during the rainy season. Large luxurious flowers of pink, blue or yellow exude a wonderful aroma: warm, alluring, slightly reminiscent of narcissus and hyacinth with a slight hint of jasmine.

In Africa, ylang-ylang was used as a sacrificial incense. In the Philippines, flowers collected in garlands served as the main decoration of various holidays. These flowers could be seen in abundance during the wedding ceremony. In Indonesia, for example, ylang-ylang flowers were used to completely cover the wedding bed of newlyweds, since the delicate aroma of this plant has a stimulating effect on sexual function. Residents of the Philippine Islands made an ointment from ylang-ylang flowers, which was used to treat various infectious diseases, including malaria, as well as skin infections. Coconut oil infused with ylang-ylang flowers served as a means for the islanders to protect their hair from the effects of sea water and their skin from insect and snake bites.

Ylang-ylang essential oil was first obtained in 1860 in the Philippines, and was presented at the Paris World Exhibition only in 1878. The floral-balsamic aroma with a soft spicy note is actively used in perfume compositions by Carven, Pucci, Erme, Saint Laurent, Cardin...

Ylang-ylang essential oil is often confused with cananga, as it is obtained from the flowers of trees belonging to the same family.(Annonoceal), but to different botanical forms.

Ylang-ylang oil is obtained from the flowers of the tree.CanongaodorataPhil. etThomsonformatgendina (grows in the Philippine, Colorful Islands, Nosy Be, Madagascar), and cananga oil is obtained from the flowers of the tree CanangaodorataFiLetThomsonformatmacrophylla (Java Island).

Kananga essential oil is close in composition to the 3rd grade of ylang-ylang with a reduced content of esters. The healing properties of these oils are similar, although ylang-ylang oil has a more intense effect on the body. Cananga oil also has its advantage; it is five times cheaper than ylang-ylang.

Medicinal properties

1. Used for asthma, colds, whooping cough, rhinitis, sinusitis, laryngitis, pharyngitis, tracheitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, tonsillitis.
2. Effective for intestinal infections, gastritis, flatulence, and lack of appetite.
3. Regulates the functioning of the heart and respiratory system. Optimizes coronary blood flow. Effective for arrhythmia, tachycardia, myocardial dystrophy.
4. Stimulates the immune system.
5. Lowers blood pressure.
6. Normalizes the menstrual cycle, facilitates menopause, and is prescribed for urological infections. Aphrodisiac.
7. Relieves pain from gout, rheumatism, arthritis, reduces muscle tone.
8. Recommended for myalgic encephalomyelitis, infectious mononucleosis, oral infections, pubertal dysharmonosis, neurocirculatory dystonia.
9. It has an antiseptic effect in the treatment of carbuncles, boils, scabies, purulent wounds, dermatoses, eczema, acne.
10. In folk medicine it is used to treat anemia, anoxia, malaria, and as an anticonvulsant.
11. Has a calming and relaxing effect. Reduces nervous excitement. Recommended for insomnia, depression, stress, fatigue, nervous exhaustion, irritability, night terrors in children, excessive anxiety, poor memory.
12. Works well on combination and sensitive skin, rejuvenates, moisturizes, regulates the sebaceous glands, stimulates the growth of new cells in the deeper layers of the skin, gives elasticity, velvety, relieves irritationlife, inflammation. Strengthens nails. Effective for lossDenia and hair fragility, dandruff.
13. Eliminates the effects of insect bites.

Dosage

Internally: 1 k. with 1 tsp. honey 1-2 times a day.

Massage: 4-6 k. per 10 ml of transport oil.

Baths: 5-7 k.

Compresses: 3-5 k.

Enrichment of cosmetics: 4-5 k. per 10 g of base.

Contraindications. Individual intolerance, epilepsy, 1-4 months of pregnancy, children under 12 years of age.

Note. Strong oil. An overdose can cause headaches and nausea. Consultation with a doctor is advisable.