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The katafray is a tree belonging to the Rutaceae family. Sometimes called "white mahogany", its vernacular name is "KATRAFRAY". It grows naturally in the south of Madagascar and its height can reach 28m. It has alternate leaves of about 15cm, its bark of a pale gray color, tending to yellow, is rough on the surface. A tree endemic to Madagascar, it grows on all types of soil. It can be propagated by cuttings from the stems or by seeds.
Katafray wood is renowned for its strength and hardness. Imperishable, it was traditionally used in the making of royal sakalava tombs. Today, its wood is sought after for shipbuilding, heavy construction, interior woodwork and joinery. Cedrelopsis grevei holds an important place in traditional Malagasy medicine, where its fresh leaves and the bark of the roots are used to treat many ailments.
Appearance: liquid
Color: light yellow, orange
Odour :
Distilled parts: Bark
Country of production: Madagascar
Density:
Main biochemical constituents: Ishwarane, alpha-copaene
Allergenic molecules naturally present in this essential oil: Limonene.
Certain natural compounds contained in this essential oil may present an allergy risk in some people. To measure your tolerance, always do an application test in the crease of the elbow before using in your mixes.
The essential oil of organic katafray is:
The essential oil of katafray is indicated in inflammatory dermatoses, eczemas, varicose veins, heavy legs, psoriasis and skin allergies.
It will also be recommended against muscle pain, rheumatism, arthritis, tendonitis.
Consult a physician before any therapeutic use or oral treatment.
On the skin: Mix 1ml of organic katafray essential oil + 10ml of calendula vegetable oil, applied locally against eczema and skin allergies.
In diffusion: In atmospheric diffusion, as a general tonic.
Flammable. Oral use on medical advice. Keep out of the reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes. Not recommended for children under 3 and pregnant or breastfeeding women.
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