INFORMATION ON ESSENTIAL OIL Botanical name: Levisticum officinalis English name: Lovage Part of plant used: Above and down ground part Country of origin: Bulgaria Cultivated herb, Natural herb, Gathered herb Cultivated herb Organic certification - certifying body Organic in conversion Method of analysis Gas-chromatography Certificate of analysis: Available upon request Chemical definition: Essential oil Storage: Keep in well-sealed containers at to 5 – 15ºC, without direct exposure to sunshine or heat sources Appearance: Transparent liquid Color: light blue Aroma: strong, celery. when crushed Common Uses: diuretic, expectorant, relieves flatulence stimulates menstrual flow, stomach function, sedative, relaxes spasms, increases perspiration