Cultivated throughout Europe, Asia and North America, calamus is a tall plant found in wet marshy areas. Valued for its aromatic oil-rich root and also known as “sweet flag,” calamus has been a part of diverse herbal traditions for thousands of years, including Ayurvedic, traditional Chinese, and Native American practices. Calamus root has a unique fragrance of cinnamon, spicy and woody notes, making it a prized ingredient in luxurious skin-care products and captivating perfumes.
Please Note: Blended oils may separate. Shake well before use for even mixture.
Aroma
Medium. Warm, spicy and cinnamon-like.
Benefits
Invigorating, reassuring and spiritually engaging. Rejuvenates the senses in times of occasional stress.
Blends Well With
Cedarwood, Cinnamon, Geranium, Ginger, Lavender, Lime, Marjoram, Myrrh, Orange, Patchouli, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Tea Tree
History
Far from a common botanical name, calamus root (Acorus calamus) has been a presence in human traditions for generations. Included as a component of holy anointing oil, this water-loving plant is linked to spirituality and thoughtfulness, aspects that have also made it appreciated in Ayurvedic practices that bridge the intangible and the physical. Extracted from the base of the marshy plant, calamus root oil carries an unusual warmth in its fragrance, mingling spiciness with fresh, green notes that truly set it apart.
Use
All essential oil blends are for aromatherapy use only and are not for ingesting!
