Mandarin (citrus reticulata)*

Description
Consider the same botanical plant as tangerine, there is just slight differences in the scent between mandarin and tangerine. Mandarin is the most commonly used of the varieties in aromatherapy. The Mandarin is a small evergreen tree with glossy leaves and fruits which vary between yellow and orangey red.
Characteristics
A delicate and sweet top note with a slightly warming bottom note.
Oils to Blend with
The scent blends well with most oils and can help pull together blends. It can especially enhance neroli adding an extra twist and depth. Other oils we like to blend with are Bergamot, Black Pepper, Coriander, Lavender, Sandalwood, Petitgrain, Melissa, Ylang Ylang, Juniper, Geranium, Rosewood and Cypress

Latin Name
citrus madurensis

Plant Family
Rutaceae

Extraction Method
Expressed from the peel of the nearly ripe fruit

Country of Origin
Argentina

Chemical Constituents
Geraniol (Alcohol), Citral, Citronella (Aldehydes), Methyl anthranilate (Ester), Limonene (Terpene).

Precautions
Best not used before going out into strong sunlight as it maybe phototoxic.