Plai Essential Oil
January 15, 2011 | Posted in: Herbs & Essential Oils
Source: Thailand
Distillation: Steam distillation
Note: Produced from wild harvested roots
Botanical Name: Zingiber cassumunar
Plai is also known as cassumar ginger. It is a traditional remedy for colitis and colon inflammation, as well as indigestion and gastro-intestinal infection. In Thailand, this medicinal has been used for many conditions, including asthma, high blood pressure, heart arrhythmia, and as a spermacide. It is considered an essential in any Thai massage box as one to combat and relieve joint and muscle aches. It blends well with black pepper, nutmeg, citruses, and lawang.
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