Cistus Essential Oil, Undiluted (Cistus Ladaniferus)

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Cistus Essential Oil (Cistus Ladaniferus) 1 Dram, Undiluted COMMON NAME :  Cistus SCIENTIFIC NAME :  Cistus Ladaniferus OTHER NAMES :  Rock Rose, Gum Rockrose, Labdanum, Gum Cistus, Brown-Eyed Rockrose, Jara Pringosa, Esteva FAMILY :  Cistaceae SPIRITUAL / METAPHYSICAL ASSOCIATIONS and CORRESPONDENCES: Element: Fire Planet: Venus, Jupiter Day: Sunday Direction: South Zodiac Sign: Scorpio Chakra: 6th Third Eye Chakra (Ajna) Energy: Yin Gender: Masculine Tarot: the Death Tarot Spirit Animal: Bat Sabbat or Holiday: Litha / Midsummer / the Summer Solstice (btw June 19 – 24) ; the Full Strawberry Moon (June) Deity or God / Goddess Association: Poseidon, Apollo, Osiris   Parts Used:  leaves, flower, resin Description:  The labdanum obtained from the Cistus plant is a key ingredient in many perfumes, used as a fixative to provide depth and structure, or as a middle note to add warmth because of its warm, musky and slightly sweet aroma. Some refer to the aroma as somewhat smoky and leathery. The labdanum is sometimes called “amber” because it mimics the scent of ambergris. The resin and essential oil is used as incense to help quiet the mind and calm nervousness. The oil is often used in aromatherapy to relieve stress and congestion. It has also shown significant antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. A drop or two of Cistus oil into daily moisturizer can help keep skin looking young and healthy. Mixed with a carrier oil, it can be massaged into the skin to help areas affected by psoriasis, eczema, itchiness, or other disorders. It can help wounds heal more quickly, and also tighten skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles. The resin is known for its astringent, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory effects. In ancient times, the resin was used as an expectorant and antibiotic. In ancient times, Cistus was grown on the banks of the Mediterranean, and its labdanum resin was collected by shepherds and sold to coastal traders for use as incense. Historical Uses:  aromatherapy, calm, anxiousness, nervousness, anxiety, stress, tension, burnout, congestion, antimicrobial, antibacterial, antifungal, antibiotic, astringent, anti-inflammatory, inflammation, incense, skin problems, eczema, psoriasis, itching, wrinkles, anti-aging, cuts, wounds, scars Mystical Attributes:  The Egyptians used Cistus Ladaniferus in religious rituals, considered a symbol of purification and spiritual connection. The essential oil is a spiritual oil that has been used for centuries for meditation and inner vision. In some spiritual practices, labdanum is used in rituals for protection and respect. In the Victorian language of flowers, Cistus symbolized imminent death. As the plant requires little or no water, survives drought and quickly recovers even after wildfire, it is also used as a symbol of resilience, perseverance, survival, renewal, and rebirth. Mystical Intentions:  purification, spirituality, clarity, protection, respect, meditation, beauty, youth, resilience, perseverance, survival, renewal, rebirth Smell:  Rich, resinous, warm, amber, herbaceous, slightly sweet aroma ; smoky and leathery Botany, Cultivation & Harvesting:  Ciscus Ladaniferus is a plant of a woody substance, growing like a little tree or shrub, with soft long leaves. It flowers in the spring then leaves fall off. Generally around the hottest days of midsummer, the leaves re-grow and a sticky brown fatty resinous substance called labdanum can be found on the leaves. The labdanum is gently gathered, dried, and made into a gum. Cistus grows in the Mediterranean, North Africa, and the Middle East. It is an extremely aggressive plant which has taken over much of former farmland and grasslands in the mountain regions of central Spain and much of southern Portugal. The shrub grows from about 3 feet to 8 feet tall and wide. The leaves are evergreen, lanceolate, 3-10 cm long and 1-2 cm wide, dark green above and paler underneath. The flowers are 5-8 cm diameter, with 5 papery white, yellow, or pink petals, usually with a red to maroon spot at the center, surrounding the yellow stamens and pistils. The flowers are short-lived. The whole plant is covered with the sticky exudate of fragrant resin (the source of labdanum) which is used in herbal medicine and perfumery. Cistus Ladanifer should be planted in full sun in a well-drained soil, irrigated infrequently to not at all. It grows well in poor soil. It is hardy to about 20°F. It is a good tough drought-tolerant plant for a dry garden or a seaside garden. Cistus is resistant to deer. After about ten years, the plant will become very woody and will produce less and less flowers.   Sources: https://spiritartsandherbs.com/sources **IMPORTANT INFORMATON: Products are sold as curio items for entertainment purposes only and based upon historical and magical uses.  We do not imply or guarantee that any items provide specific abilities, powers, outcomes, remedies, or treatments. Any information provided on listings or through private conversation is intended for educational purposes only and are based on historical folklore and traditions, and should not replace the advice of a physician. Use our products at your own risk. By purchasing this item, you understand and release Spirit Arts & Herbs Inc from any liability. No items we sell are for internal use and should never be ingested for any reason. Some may also not be safe for topical application, or even be safe to touch while unprotected. Always use proper safety precautions when using our products. 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