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Palmarosa

Cymbopogon martinii

Palmarosa essential oil

Palmarosa (Cymbopogon martinii var. motia) is one of the geraniol-richest essential oils commercially available, with geraniol typically comprising 75-90% of total volatiles alongside geranyl acetate. This high geraniol concentration underpins well-documented broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity: palmarosa oil at 0.1% completely inhibited Saccharomyces cerevisiae growth by disrupting membrane function.[1] Its efficacy against Fusarium and Aspergillus species confirms antifungal utility relevant to clinical formulations and post-harvest protection.[2]

Also Known As
Indian Geranium, Rosha Grass
Family
Herbal
Perfumery Note
Middle
Intensity
Medium
Extraction
Steam Distillation
Plant Parts
Grass, Leaves
Origins
India, Nepal, Madagascar
Effect
Balancing, Uplifting & Energizing
Aroma
Floral, Sweet, Rose-like
Applications
Aromatherapy, Skincare, Haircare, Massage, Perfumery
Price
$$$$A fast-growing grass with a high yield, similar to lemongrass but with a rosy scent
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References

  1. [1]Antimicrobial action of palmarosa oil (Cymbopogon martinii) on Saccharomyces cerevisiae — Prashar A et al. Phytochemistry, 2003
  2. [2]Essential oil of Cymbopogon martini, source of geraniol, as a potential antibacterial agent against Bacillus subtilis — Santamarta S et al. F1000Research, 2021