Catnip Oil

• Botanical Name: Nepeta Cataria
• Family Name: Lamiaceae
• Common Name: Catnip, catswort, catmint
• Part used: Leaf and Flowers
• Method of Distillation – Steam Distillation
• Aroma: Characteristic Odor
• Color: Water Like White
• Origin: India
• Blends well with: Catnip oil blends well with Grapefruit, lemon, lavender, marjoram, orange, peppermint, Rosemary and spearmint essential oils.

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Catnip oil is extracted through steam distillation from the leaves and flowers of the Nepeta cataria plant, a member of the mint family. The oil contains various active compounds, including nepetalactone, which is responsible for its distinct aroma and therapeutic effects. With its potent composition, catnip oil boasts a range of health-promoting properties that make it a valuable addition to natural medicine practices.

History of Catnip Oil
Catnip, also known as catmint or catswort, is native to Europe and parts of Asia but has since naturalized in North America. Ancient civilizations, including the Romans and Egyptians, valued catnip for its medicinal properties and as an insect repellent. The plant’s aromatic leaves and flowers contain nepetalactone, the active compound responsible for its distinctive effects on cats and humans alike.

Use
The extraction of Catnip oil from the Nepeta cataria plant occurs through steam distillation, resulting in its distinctive strong and pungent scent. This essential oil is reputed to surpass deet in its effectiveness in repelling mosquitoes. Even in low concentrations, it serves as a potent deterrent against mosquitoes and various biting insects. Furthermore, when combined with other essential oils, Catnip oil forms a natural insect repellent, devoid of any potential harm from synthetic chemicals. It can also be mixed with alcohol or unscented cream bases for different applications. Catnip oil boasts numerous health benefits, acting as an anti-spasmodic, carminative, diaphoretic, stimulant, astringent, stomachic, and sedative agent.