Ultra International B.V.
Product: Helichrysum Oil
Helichrysum plantation, France
Helichrysum prior to harvest
Close up Helichrysum
Harvesting Helichrysum France July 2016
Helichrysum plantation mid harvest
Helichrysum Oil France Helichrysum italicum
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Description
The genus Helichrysum consists of an estimated 600 species, in the sunflower family (Asteraceae).
Helichrysum italicum (also known as Helichrysum angustifolium) is steam distilled to produce a yellow-reddish essential oil popular in fragrance for its unique scent, best described as a mixture of caramel and florals notes. Angustifolium means narrow leaved.
Helichrysum angustifolium yields are very small ranging from as little as 0.08 to 0.18%.
France is offering a viable alternative to the Croatian origin as harvesting restrictions over recent years in Croatia have resulted in a significant reduction in their annual production. Contrastingly France has been working to increase their capacities and will manage 200 kilo in their July 2016 harvest, an increase from 80 kilo in 2015.
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Product Details
- Botanical name: Helichrysum italicum
- Origin: France
- Crop Season: July - August
- Plant/part used: Flowering tops
- Method of extraction: Steam distillation
- TSCA CAS: 91845-22-6
- EINECS CAS: 8023-95-8
- EINECS: 289-95-8
- Appearance: Colourless to pale yellow liquid
- Organoleptic Properties: Sweet, floral, rose, chamomile
- Density: 0.875 - 0.925
- Refractive index: 1.465 - 1.485
- Optical rotation: -7° to +7°
- Chemical constituents: α-Pinene, Limonene, β-Caryophyllene, Neryl Acetate
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Latest Market Information August 1, 2024
Helichrysum italicum is native to the Mediterranean region and southern Europe. It is also known as the curry plant since its leaves possess a strong curry odour. It is a low-care plant that is sown, ideally in the spring or light monsoon. It grows in most kinds of soil and is even drought-tolerant. Though in the initial phase of cultivation, it does require regular watering. Traditionally, helichrysum has been popular for its medicinal properties. It works as an antifungal, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory remedy. Dried flowers from the plant are also used for medicinal purposes. The oil is extracted from the green parts of the plant, including the stems and leaves. It has an earthy aroma with floral notes. Apart from its medicinal properties, the oil is also used for skin care and pain relief. There is a limited supply of oil on the market.
Market prices : USD 110.00 /kilo -
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