Name       Catnip Essential Oil, USA

Category   Essential Oils

Species     Nepeta cataria 

Part           Flowering Tops

Method     Steam Distillation

Class         Lactone

Country     USA

Code         NepCat1

Catnip Essential Oil, USA the aroma is earthy, harsh and strong. Initially it might be described as quite herbal, however, as it evolves it becomes less harsh and more sweet and grassy, much like a sweet hay with tobacco undertones. The natural constituent found in Catnip, nepetalactone, is said to be a great defense against mosquitoes, ticks, and other insects. It's important to note that, unless diluted correctly, it's best to avoid use of the Catnip oil on or around cats due to its potency and potential overwhelm the animal.