Ravintsara leaves in their natural environment with a bokeh background

Ravintsara farmer holding the freshly harvested leaves on his shoulder

Vibrant green ravintsara leaves in their natural habitat, showcasing their rich color and healthy appearance

Ravintsara of Madagascar

It is possible to export ravintsara essential oil from Madagascar. Aromeya is a wholesaler of ravintsara essential oil, distributing it worldwide. Botanically known as Cinnamomum camphora and commonly called camphor in English, ravintsara means “the good leaf” in Malagasy, reflecting its long history of medicinal use on the island. First extracted in 1775, this tree, with its reddish-brown bark and height of 20 to 30 meters, grows mainly in Madagascar’s Central Highlands.

Category: Essential oils from Madagascar

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Properties
Specificities

Ravintsara essential oil is highly concentrated in 1,8-cineole, alpha-terpineol, and monoterpenic alcohols. These compounds give it the following key properties:

Ravintsara essential oil contains a few allergenic biochemical components: limonene (≤ 2%), linalool (≤ 5%), and geraniol (≤ 5%). A good ravintsara essential oil should meet specific quality standards. Don’t hesitate to ask your dealer to ensure the quality of your oil.

Properties

Ravintsara essential oil is highly concentrated in 1,8-cineole, alpha-terpineol, and monoterpenic alcohols. These compounds give it the following key properties:

Specificities

Who can use Ravintsara essential oil?

The essential oil of Ravintsara from Madagascar is indicated in adults. Pregnant women under 3 months of age, babies and children under 3 years of age cannot use Ravintsara essential oil.
In which cases should Ravintsara essential oil be used?

Aromeya suggests ravintsara essential oil in the following cases: • Viral infections of all types, especially the respiratory tract (flu, cold) • Hepatitis, mononucleosis, shingles, gastroenteritis • Extreme physical and mental fatigue • Sleep problems
What are the contraindications of Ravintsara essential oil?

After several days of use, pay attention to possible drug interference. There is a risk of addiction during prolonged use.
Is medical advice necessary before using Ravintsara essential oil?

For pregnant women, it is possible to use Ravintsara essential oil on medical advice only. For children and babies, it is possible to use it in diluted cutaneous application on medical advice. Be sure to seek medical advice before using Ravintsara essential oil for people with asthma