Botanical Name: Nardostachys Jatamansi Plant Family of Valerianaceae
Aromatic Description: Jatamansi, also known as Spikenard, is a perennial herb native to the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, and Bhutan. Spikenard Jatamansi Essential Oil, derived from the roots and rhizomes of Nardostachys jatamansi, is known for its rich, earthy, and musky aroma with sweet and spicy undertones. This grounding and calming scent is often described as warm, woody, and slightly balsamic with floral hints, making it ideal for relaxation and meditation. Historically, Spikenard symbolises spiritual purity, sacred rituals, and protection, symbolising inner peace and grace.
Chemically, the oil is rich in sesquiterpenes like β-nerolidol and valerenic acid, which contribute to its calming effects, as well as caryophyllene and pinene. These compounds add anti-inflammatory and purifying properties. These elements work together to provide Spikenard with various therapeutic benefits, both mentally and physically. Emotionally, it’s known for its ability to calm anxiety, promote deep relaxation, and enhance spiritual practices, making it a popular choice for meditation. Physically, it offers anti-inflammatory properties that can relieve joint pain, support digestive health, and act as an antimicrobial agent, beneficial for skin and scalp care.
The oil is versatile in its uses, ideal for diffusing to create a calming atmosphere, adding to a bath for relaxation, or using in a massage to soothe tension and muscle aches. It can also be blended into skincare or hair care products for nourishing and balancing effects. When blended with oils like Lavender, Frankincense, or Sandalwood, Spikenard enhances the emotional and spiritual atmosphere, making it perfect for relaxation or deep meditation. Extracted through steam distillation, the essential oil maintains its full therapeutic potency, ensuring a pure and effective experience.
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation from the roots and rhizomes of the Nardostachys jatamansi
Spikenard Jatamansi Essential Oil
This powerful essential oil can be diluted with carrier oils and used as a topical application or a relaxing Ayurvedic massage. Add few drops of oil to potpourris, vaporizers, candles, or diffusers for combating germs in the air and protecting the environment naturally. It can also be added to your bathtub for an aromatic, healing, stimulating, and energizing bath.
