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Botanical name: Cananga odorata
Family Annonaceae
Botany
Is a tropical tree native to India, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Austria.
The essential oil of ylang ylang is used extensively in perfumes.
Therapeutic actions
Anti-biofilm
Anti-depressive: uplifting to mood
Anti-diabetic: control blood glucose levels in people with diabetes
Anti-inflammatory: alleviate inflammation throughout the body
Anti-microbial: destroys and inhibits the growth of microorganisms
Anti-septic: destroys or controls pathogenic bacteria. Used topically
Anti-spasmodic: prevents and eases spasms and relieves cramps
Anti-viral: destroy and inhibit the spread of viruses
Anxiolytic
Hypotensive: lowers blood pressure
Insecticidal
Sedative: reduces nervousness, distress, or agitation
Tonic: strengthens and improves bodily performance