Rhododendron (Rhododendron ponticum)

Description

Rhododendron (/ˌroʊdəˈdɛndrən/; from Ancient Greek ῥόδον rhódon “rose” and δένδρον déndron “tree”) is a very large genus of about 1,024 species of woody plants in the heath family (Ericaceae). They can be either evergreen or deciduous. Most species are native to eastern Asia and the Himalayan region, but smaller numbers occur elsewhere in Asia, and in North America, Europe and Australia. It is the national flower of Nepal, the state flower of Washington and West Virginia in the United States, the state flower of Nagaland in India, the provincial flower of Jiangxi in China and the state tree of Sikkim and Uttarakhand in India. Most species have brightly colored flowers which bloom from late winter through to early summer.

This Rhododendron oil is excellent for use in aromatherapy diffusers; formulating cosmetics; refreshing potpourri; massage oils; bath oil and, as a perfume body oil.

Aromatherapy uses & benefits: soothes nerves, calming, aid in controlling anxiety