An emblematic flower of soothing infusions

Less concentrated than buds or neroli essential oil, dried petals allow for gentle, daily use, particularly for children or sensitive individuals. They can be consumed alone or in combination with verbena, lemon balm, or linden. They are also found in certain culinary preparations, syrups, and flavored desserts.

Description

Fine dried petals, off-white to light beige in color, light and supple texture, sweet and soothing floral fragrance, slightly sweet, floral and bitter taste.

Nomenclature

• Common name: Bitter orange tree, Bitter orange tree
• Latin name: Citrus aurantium var. amara
• Family: Rutaceae
• Part used: Flower petal
• Form: Loose (whole dried petals)
• Origin: Mediterranean (Morocco, Tunisia, Spain)
• English name: Bitter orange flower petals
• Name in German: Bitterorangenblütenblätter
• Name in Spanish: Petals of azahar
• Name in Italian: Petali di fiori di arancio amaro
• Name in Arabic: بتلات زهر النارنج

Main virtues

Calming, relaxing, gentle digestive, mild sedative, antispasmodic.

Main constituents

Flavonoids (hesperidin), linalool, nerol, geraniol, linalyl acetate, mucilages, traces of essential oils.

Traditional use and dosage

• Infusion: 1 tablespoon for 250 ml of hot water, infuse for 10 to 15 minutes, 1 to 3 times a day as needed.
• Recommended blend: lemon verbena, lemon balm, linden, chamomile, lavender.
• Culinary use: syrups, desserts, floral (oriental) confectionery.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Well tolerated at usual doses, including in children from 6 years old (half dose).
• Not recommended in case of known allergy to citrus fruits (Rutaceae).
• Avoid prolonged use at high doses without medical advice.

History and use

In Mediterranean cultures, orange blossom is a symbol of purity and serenity. Used for centuries for its calming properties, it is used in many traditional preparations, both medicinal and culinary. The petal, more subtle than the bud, is ideal for everyday and delicate use, particularly in evening herbal teas.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: resealable kraft bag or airtight opaque box.
• Storage: away from humidity, heat and light.
• Shelf life: 12 to 18 months.
• TARIC customs code: 1211.90.86.00

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Works on traditional Mediterranean phytotherapy
• French and European pharmacopoeias

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