The Catnip oil extracted from the plant Nepeta cataria through steam distillation; it has a strong and pungent smell. This essential oil is said to have more power than DEET in repelling mosquitoes. The oil can be used in very low concentration for repelling mosquitoes and all kinds of biting insects. The oil can be blended with other essential oils to make a natural insect repellant without any possible harm from chemicals. It can also be blended with either an alcohol or unscented cream base. Catnip oil has many health benefits. The oil is an anti-spasmodic, carminative, diaphoretic, stimulant, astringent, stomachic and sedative substance.
Catnip is a native to South and East Europe, central Asia, Middle East and some parts of China.
Commonly Known Benefits
The various components present in the Catnip oil makes this essential oil a popular medicinal herb which is used for many diseases. The oil is good in curing dyspepsia, colic, migraine and flatulence and has antiseptic properties. This oil can cure all types of muscular, intestinal, respiratory or any other type of cramps and spasms. The plant has medicinal history and is used for various ailments and the plant can be consumed as a tea, infusion, tincture or poultice.
