Jesper Enfleurage is a method used to extract essence and aroma from whole plants or plant parts. Developed in the 19th century in France, enfleurage is especially used for very fragile plant parts – typically flower petals or whole flowers – that cannot withstand the high temperatures used in steam distillation. The process of enfleurage is … Read more
Jasmine oil comes from the plants of the genus Jasmine (Jasminum), which belongs to the Olive family. Despite not being a ‘true’ essential oil, jasmine oil is one of the most expensive of all oils. This is due to the way it is produced, but also because it takes a huge amount of jasmine leaves … Read more
Castor oil is also called American oil, castor oil or holly oil. Castor oil is derived from the plant Ricinus communis, also known as the oil plant or holly and belongs to the spurge family. Castor oil is extracted by cold-pressing castor beans, which are actually seeds, as Ricinus communis does not belong to the … Read more
Orange oil is typically extracted from the remains – the peels – of the oranges (Citrus sinensis) used to make orange juice. The extraction itself is usually done by cold pressing. Although there is no scientific evidence of the health benefits of orange oil, it has long been used medicinally and in aromatherapy. In recent … Read more
Apricot kernel oil is also called “apricot oil” and is extracted from apricot kernels (containing 40-50% oil) by direct pressing or cold pressing. Apricot kernel oil is very similar to peach oil because they are both extracted from the kernels of the fruit and also have a similar aroma. Apricot kernel oil is mainly used … Read more
Lemon oil is popular for its tart, fresh and invigorating scent and is therefore widely used in cleaning products and various foods. Although there is no scientific evidence of lemon oil’s effect on human health, it has long been used in medical and cosmetic applications. In this article, you’ll get a thorough overview of all … Read more
Tiger lily is a term used loosely for several species, varieties and hybrids of lilies – although this is erroneous. In 1810, the tiger lily was given the Latin name Lilium tigrinum by the English botanist J. B. Ker Gawler. However, a few years earlier (in 1793), the Swedish botanist C. P. Thunberg named the … Read more
Lily of the valley is a popular garden plant, especially used as a ground cover in shady areas of the garden. The plant is a deciduous perennial found in the temperate regions of the northern hemisphere – it also grows wild in the forests in Denmark. Lily of the valley also grows in large colonies … Read more
Daffodils bloom in March-April and are among the first flowers to bloom in this country. Along with snowdrops, daffodils are some of our most beloved signs of spring. In addition, daffodils are a symbol of friendship and in some countries (including Denmark) also Easter. There is no official figure for the number of species of … Read more
Daylily is a broad term covering species, varieties or hybrids of the genus Hemerocallis. The name daylily comes from its characteristic feature: each flower has an unusually short lifespan; one day (although today there are hybrids that can last several days). Daylilies are very diverse in their shapes and colors, which is the result of … Read more