Essential Nose Ravintsara
Cinnamomum camphora ct. cineole
Ravintsara is the 1,8-cineole chemotype of Cinnamomum camphora native to Madagascar, containing 50-60% 1,8-cineole alongside alpha-terpineol and sabinene. The 1,8-cineole constituent has documented antiviral activity against herpes simplex virus and influenza A, and acts as a mucolytic by enhancing mucociliary clearance.[1] Ravintsara should not be confused with Ravensara aromatica, a distinct species with a methyl chavicol-dominant profile.[2]
- Also Known As
- Ravensara, Ho Leaf
- Family
- Herbal
- Perfumery Note
- Top
- Intensity
- Medium
- Extraction
- Steam Distillation
- Plant Parts
- Leaves
- Origins
- Madagascar
- Effect
- Respiratory & Cleansing, Uplifting & Energizing
- Aroma
- Fresh, Eucalyptus-like, Camphorous
- Applications
- Aromatherapy, Inhalation, Medicinal, Massage
- Price
- $$$$A hardy tree in Madagascar that produces a massive amount of leaf oil
References
- [1]An updated comprehensive review of the antiviral potential of essential oils with focus on mechanism of action against influenza and coronaviruses — Asif M et al. Microbial Pathogenesis, 2021
- [2]Current Insights on Bioactive Molecules, Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory, and Pharmacological Activities of Cinnamomum camphora — Akhtar MF et al. Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity, 2022