Geranium
This handout, authored by The Aromaspecialist and intended for holistic practitioners, provides a concise reference on Geranium (Pelargonium x asperum) essential oil. It lists energetic and therapeutic properties—including analgesic, anti‑inflammatory, antibacterial (notably against MRSA when combined with Tea Tree), antidepressant, antifungal, antispasmodic, cicatrisant (skin‑healing), and hypotensive effects—supported by key constituents such as citronellol, geraniol, l‑linalool, iso‑menthone, and γ‑eudesmol. Safety data state the oil is non‑toxic and non‑irritating. The chemical profile highlights dominant families (sesquiterpenes, monoterpenols, sesquiterpenols, ketones, esters) and typical constituent percentages. References to Aromahead Institute, Tisserand Institute, and several aromatherapy texts are provided, along with copyright and usage restrictions. The document functions as a practitioner‑focused reference sheet for aromatherapy applications of geranium oil.
Topics
Therapeutic Claims of Geranium Essential Oil
A catalog of energetic and therapeutic actions attributed to geranium oil, such as analgesic relief for post‑herpetic neuralgia, anti‑inflammatory effects, antibacterial activity (including synergy with Tea Tree against MRSA), antidepressant and anxiolytic benefits, antifungal activity against Candida and dermatophytes, antispasmodic vasorelaxation, skin‑healing (cicatrisant) properties, and hypotensive effects.
Safety Profile and Non‑Toxicity Statement
A brief safety assessment indicating that geranium essential oil is non‑toxic and non‑irritating, providing reassurance for practitioner use.
Chemical Composition and Dominant Families
Details of the oil’s chemical makeup, listing dominant families (sesquiterpenes, monoterpenols, sesquiterpenols, ketones, esters) and key constituents with typical concentration ranges, especially citronellol (20‑48%), geraniol, l‑linalool, iso‑menthone, and γ‑eudesmol.
Reference Sources and Attribution
Citation of the primary aromatherapy references (Aromahead Institute, Tisserand Institute, works by Maggie Tisserand, Jane Buckle, Robert Tisserand, Jennifer Peace Rhind, Rhiannon Lewis, Suzanne Catty) and copyright/usage restrictions governing the document.