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Rễ Ghandi (Homalomena)
Homalomena aromatica
Sugandhmantri
No specific contraindications in available data.
No information on dermal reactions for Ghandi root oil, but based on composition (high linalool and terpinen-4-ol), risk is likely low.
Likely not hazardous in pregnancy based on linalool data.
Oxidation products of linalool may sensitize, careful storage.
| Linalool | 62.1 % |
| Terpinen-4-ol | 17.2 % |
| α-Terpineol | 2.4 % |
| γ-Terpinene | 1.9 % |
| α-Cadinol | 1.5 % |
| Geraniol | 1.4 % |
| Nerol | 1.4 % |
| α-Terpinene | 1.0 % |
| Spathulenol | 1.0 % |
| T-Cadinol | 1.0 % |
Homalomena aromatica is an herb of India and Southeast Asia. The Sanskrit/Hindi name 'Sugandhmantri' means 'fragrant root'.
The oil is steam-distilled from the roots. Limited availability in the West but produced in quantity in India.
Family Araceae. Same family as calamus.