Botanical name ~ Nardostachys jatamansi. Aroma ~ Sweet, earthy aroma. Extraction ~ by steam distillation. Part of plant ~ from the dried rhizomes.Country of Origin ~ NepalChemical Constituents ~ 9-aristolen-1.alpha-ol, calarene, valeranal.Uses ~ Relaxing to the body helping to aid in meditation and sleep. Anti-inflammatory and cooling to the skin. 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.