ケープメイ
Cape May (Coleonema)
Coleonema album
No specific contraindications in available data.
β-Myrcene is reproductively toxic in pregnant rats at 500 mg per kg, not at 250 mg per kg. No specific dose limit imposed on Cape May.
The oil tends to polymerize on aging. Store in dark, sealed, refrigerated container; add an antioxidant to formulations.
| β-Myrcene | 43.8 % |
| β-Phellandrene + (+)-Limonene | 32.5 % |
| (Z)-β-Ocimene | 4.0 % |
| Germacrene D | 3.3 % |
| α-Pinene | 2.9 % |
| Bicyclogermacrene | 1.7 % |
| β-Caryophyllene | 1.7 % |
| α-Phellandrene | 1.6 % |
| Sabinene | 1.3 % |
| Linalool | 1.1 % |
Coleonema album is a small shrub endemic to the Cape region of South Africa. White flowers, fine needle-like leaves, light citrus scent.
The oil is distilled from leaves and stems. Very limited production.
Family Rutaceae. Same family as citrus and buchu.
Limited availability. A niche oil, rare in broader commerce.