Botanical name ~ Pogostemon cablin.Aroma ~ Sweet, deep, rich and earthy. Extraction ~ Obtained by steam distillation. Part of plant ~ the leaves.Country of Origin - IndonesiaChemical Constituents - Patchoulol, a-bulnesene, a-guniene.Uses ~ Soothing, earthy and sensual, Patchouli is useful for anyone who needs grounding. It has astringent and deodorising properties.Organic Certificate ~ This Essential Oil is certified Organic by the Soil Association which means you can be sure that it has been produced to the highest ethical and environmental standards. The Soil Association"s standards exceed the UK government"s minimum requirements for organic products in many areas but particularly in animal welfare, GM and the use of pesticides. Standards are constantly reviewed to ensure they deal with current issues.