Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Spikenard
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Spikenard plant
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Nardostachys grandiflora essential oil.
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- Spikenard (Nardostachys jatamansi)
Spikenard oil comes from the rhizome of the Nardostachys jatamansi plant. It has a floral scent. It has an antiseptic and sedative effect.
Properties
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Emotional
[edit | edit source]Soothes stress and tension.
Skin
[edit | edit source]Improves rashes and the effects of aging.