The Plant
Plant part: Flower
Origin: France
In its natural state, the ylang-ylang tree can reach 25 meters in height. In cultivation, it is pruned to a maximum height of 3 meters. The tree belongs to the Annonaceae family, found mainly in tropical and subtropical regions.
Native to Asia, and characteristic of the islands of the Indian Ocean, Ylang Ylang is a tree with green foliage composed of alternate leaves, topped with large, beautiful yellow flowers.
The flowers bloom all year round, peaking between December and April. Once picked, the flowers containing the precious essence are rapidly distilled to extract a high-quality essential oil and hydrosol. Ylang Ylang has the particularity of providing several essential oils, depending on the duration of distillation. Complete Ylang Ylang Essential Oil corresponds to the oil containing all the fractions. The oil then contains all the molecules, notably benzyl and a sesquiterpene, germacrene.
Ylang Ylang essential oil is a favorite of perfumers, with its exotic, floral and persistent fragrance, but it is also known for its medicinal virtues. It is renowned for its effects on the nervous system. Ylang ylang soothes and promotes positivity. It is also a precious plant for dull skin and hair, lacking shine, or damaged by hard water.
What are the benefits of complete Ylang Ylang?
The Complete Ylang-ylang from Madagascar is a plant with numerous health benefits. It is recognized for helping to restore the balance of the central nervous system, thus promoting relaxation and tranquility. Thanks to its soothing properties, it is also recommended for combating hypertension and stress-related disorders. By inhaling its captivating scent, one immediately feels a sense of calm and well-being, allowing for relaxation and reconnection with oneself. This precious plant is therefore a top choice for restoring inner harmony and improving one’s quality of life on a daily basis.
Common questions
How to use Ylang-Ylang flower?
Particularly rare and precious in our latitudes, ylang-ylang is best known for the essential oil and hydrosol extracted from it. However, it can also be used in cooking to flavor drinks, sweet treats or salads.
In phytotherapy and aromatherapy, Ylang-ylang flower is used in several forms:
- Essential Oil: Always diluted to avoid irritation, Ylang-ylang Essential Oil, with its tenacious floral fragrance, can be used: 1. in inhalation or diffusion to promote soothing and relaxation;
2. By the skin: Ylang-ylang Essential Oil can be massaged into the skin and hair, diluted in a vegetable oil or in cosmetic preparations such as shampoos, creams or lotions. It enhances skin and hair beauty, adding shine and moisture;
3. Orally: this oil can be diluted on a carrier for internal use.
-Hydrolat: milder than essential oil, Ylang-Ylang Hydrolat can be taken orally, but can also be applied to the skin or diffused;
-Infusion: Ylang-Ylang flowers can also be enjoyed as an infusion. To do this, place a handful of flowers or a mixture of plants in a teapot, then pour in simmering water. Leave to infuse for a few minutes before drinking.
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The Products
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