A delicate petal with a fruity floral fragrance

Traditionally used for its soothing and digestive properties, sweet orange petal is an iconic ingredient in Mediterranean infusions. It helps calm temporary nervousness, facilitates sleep, and promotes good digestion. It is often combined with lemon verbena, chamomile, or lemon balm.

Description

Whole dried petals, white to cream in color, fine and supple texture, sweet and mild floral fragrance, pleasant taste, slightly fruity and floral.

Nomenclature

• Common name: Sweet orange
• Latin name: Citrus aurantium var. dulcis
• Family: Rutaceae
• Part used: Flower petal
• Form: Loose (dried petals)
• Origin: Mediterranean Basin (Spain, Morocco, Tunisia)
• English name: Sweet orange flower petals
• Name in German: Sweet orange blossoms
• Name in Spanish: Petalos de flor de naranjo dulce
• Name in Italian: Petali di fiori di arancio dolce
• Name in Arabic: بتلات زهر البرتقال الحلو

Main virtues

Calming, digestive, slightly sedative, antispasmodic, softening.

Main constituents

Flavonoids, linalool, nerol, geraniol, traces of limonene, mucilages, linalyl acetate (low).

Traditional use and dosage

• Infusion: 1 tablespoon per 250 ml of hot water, infuse for 10 minutes. Consume after meals or in the evening.
• Culinary preparation: confectionery, floral syrup, infusion for desserts, fruit salads.
• Common association: lemon balm, verbena, linden, chamomile.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Suitable for children (from 6 years old at half dose).
• Avoid in case of known allergy to citrus fruits (Rutaceae).
• No known contraindications at usual doses.

History and use

Used for centuries in the folk traditions of southern Europe and the Maghreb, sweet orange blossom embodies calm, gentleness, and emotional balance. The dried petals are used in both herbal medicine and traditional cooking for their fragrance and beneficial properties. Valued in childcare and family infusions, they remain an essential ingredient in end-of-day herbal teas.

Miscellaneous information

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

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Traditional pharmacopoeias of the Mediterranean basin
• Works on gentle and family herbal medicine

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