Grapefruit
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Botanical Name |
Citrus x paradisi |
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Family |
Rutaceae |
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Other Names |
C. racemosa, C. maxima var racemosa, shaddock |
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Description |
Tree up to 10m/33ft, glossy leaves, white flowers, yellow fruit |
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Aroma |
Sweet, sharp |
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Native to |
Asia |
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Cultivated in |
USA, Brazil, Israel |
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Actions |
Antidepressant, antiseptic, antitoxic, aperitif, astringent, bactericidal, diuretic, depurative, stimulant, tonic |
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Extraction |
Cold compression of fresh peel |
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Constituents |
90% limonene, cadinene, paradisiol, neral, geraniol, citronellal, sinensal; linalool, citral, limonene, pinene |
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Combines with |
Bergamot, frankincense, geranium, jasmine, lavender, lemon, neroli, rose, rosemary, rosewood, ylang ylang |
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Note |
Top |
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Skin conditions |
Acne, oily skin |
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Circulatory, muscle joint |
Cellulites, obesity, water retention |
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Immune |
Colds, flu |
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Nervous system |
Depression, headaches, nervous exhaustion |
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Other Uses |
Soaps. Detergents, cosmetics, drinks |
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Caution |
Short shelf life Do not use on children |