Litsea Cubeba-May Chang Essential Oil

(Litsea Cubeba) Also called May Chang, Exotic verbena, tropical verbena (not related to lemon verbena. A pale yellow liquid with a lemony fresh and fruity odor. The scent of Litsea has been compared to lemongrass and lemon verbena. It is considered sweeter and finer than lemongrass and a possible fragrance alternative to the costly lemon verbena (not an alternative in terms of therapeutic potential). Safety Information: Litsea should be used diluted in a carrier or blended with other essential oils to decrease potential for skin irritation. The following essential oils are recommended for blending: Basil, Bergamot, Geranium, Ginger, Jasmine, Rose, Rosemary, Rosewood and Ylang-Ylang. Country of Origin: China