Quick Facts
Botanical Name: Plumeria Alba
Family Name: Dogbane
Common Name: Frangipani , Pulmeria
Part used: Frangipani Flowers
Specific Gravity: 1.060 to 1.110@250C
Optical Rotation: N/A - its a Greenish to Brown Paste/Wax type
Blends well with: Vetiver, Ylang Ylang, Agarwood, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Lavender and Bergamot oils.
Uses: The Frangipani Absolute cleanses, revitalizes the skin and provides deep moisturizing effect on it. This has natural anti-ageing skin care properties and is widely used in aromatherapy. In some parts of the world, it is used for treatment of itches and fevers. Some people use Frangipani for relieving inflammation and relaxing the nerves and muscles due to its aphrodisiac, astringent, antioxidant properties. It works on the emotions of people who use it and relieves stress and inspires high self-esteem and romance and it brings feeling of fearlessness and uplifts overall emotions.
Frangipani has the power to uplift the spirit and nourish the soul. Frangipani Absolute can be used after bath by applying on the damp skin.
Frangipani is widely used in manufacturing of high class perfumery products.
Countries where it is Found: The plant is a native of Central America, South America, Caribbean, Mexico and Brazil and it grows in tropical and sub-tropical regions.
Harvesting Information
Frangipani flowers grow on deciduous trees which grow as tall as 20 to 25 feet high. The seeds are not commercially available but can be collected from the mature pods. To plant a frangipani seed directly in the soil, one has to insert the plump end into the ground and leave the wings protruding above the soil. One can even keep the seeds in between damp cloth till they sprout. Once the cotyledons appear, the plant will come up with its first leaves and the seed sprout in three days to two weeks. The first flowers will appear only after three to five years.
History of the Plant: Frangipani plants are native of South & Central America and were taken to America by the Spanish priests. Frangipanis will burn only in extreme heat over 500 degrees.
Extraction Process: Solvent Extraction
Commonly Known Benefits
Frangipani absolute when applied as massage on wrists, shoulders, neck and temples, releases an aroma which relaxes the users and others who are experiencing the smell. Use only a drop or two at a time. Adding a drop or two to warm water while bathing, relaxes the body and mind.
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ordered small quantity, nice bit of product, though it take some time to arrive
Demarcus, Vancouver 23 September, 2015
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