Catnip Essential Oil, USA | Alabama Essential Oils
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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.