A soothing infusion for natural relaxation

Less well-known than orange blossoms, the leaves of Citrus aurantium var. dulcis are nevertheless of remarkable interest in alternative herbal medicine. Their richness in aromatic compounds gives them a moderately sedative, antispasmodic, and carminative effect. They combine very well with other calming plants in evening infusions or relaxing synergies.

Description

Cut leaves, green to grayish-green color, slightly zesty vegetal odor, sweet and aromatic taste with a slight bitterness.

Nomenclature

• Common name: Sweet orange
• Latin name: Citrus aurantium var. dulcis
• Family: Rutaceae
• Part used: Leaf
• Shape: Cut
• Origin: Mediterranean Basin (Spain, Italy, Morocco)
• English name: Sweet orange leaf
• Name in German: Süßorangenblatt
• Name in Spanish: Sweet Orange Leaf
• Name in Italian: Foglia di arancio dolce
• Name in Arabic: ورق البرتقال الحلو

Main virtues

Calming, digestive, antispasmodic, carminative, sleep-balancing.

Main constituents

Flavonoids (hesperidin), essential oils (linalool, limonene, nerol), tannins, mucilages (traces).

Traditional use and dosage

• Infusion: 1 to 2 teaspoons per cup of hot water, infuse for 10 to 12 minutes. Up to 3 times a day if needed.
• In blend: with verbena, lemon balm, linden, chamomile for soothing synergy.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Well tolerated at usual doses, including in children (from 6 years old, at half dose).
• Not recommended in case of known allergy to citrus fruits (Rutaceae family).

History and use

Native to Asia but cultivated since ancient times around the Mediterranean basin, the sweet orange tree is a tree emblematic of warm and temperate climates. While its fruit is ubiquitous, its leaf is less well-known but highly valued in traditional herbalism for soothing the body and mind. It was once used in rural areas to prepare sedative infusions or calm agitated children.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: resealable kraft bag or airtight opaque box.
• Storage: in a cool, dry place away from light.
• Shelf life: 12 to 18 months.
• TARIC customs code: 1211.90.86.00

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• European Pharmacopoeias
• Works on phytotherapy and alternative herbalism

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