Fragonia

 Agonis fragrans---steam distilled from the leaves/twigs and branches of a small shrub that turns white with snowy blossoms. There are several varying chemotypes of Agonis, but only one with the unique mild balance. Sometimes called "Wild Agonis".  The aroma is camphoraceous, fresh, pleasant, slightly citrus, slightly floral and sweet with a clean, woody dry out. It has many similar notes to the tea tree: pure, and alert. But smells much better!

CAUTIONS: Considered mild for most skin types. Generally well tolerated. Still best to: Dilute for topical use. Avoid excessive use during pregnancy (standard precaution). Use mindfully with very sensitive individuals

👉 It’s not aggressive—but respect its depth.

 CHARACTER:  “Harmonizing Integrator” Balancing, Revitalizing, Expansive yet grounding, strengthening , “clarifying freshness” comforting softness, mental and physical cure all, A true quiet intelligence of harmony that gently reweaves fragmented parts into coherent, living balance.

ETHERIC COLORS: More like light moving through water; blend of heart-green and water blue. Pale Rose—Pink glow; Misty Lavender-violet; Pearlescent, gently shifting…

CHAKRAS: Heart, Throat, subtle Third Eye

CRYSTAL ALLIES: Rose Quartz, Green Aventurine, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Unakite, Garnet, Jade, Amazonite 

PERFUME NOTE:  Middle 

MUSICAL:  G Major or D major; flute, harp, soft Strings, flowing and wave-like        

ELEMENT: Water  Air, subtle Fire      

ASTRO:  Pisces, Libra, Venus, Neptune

ENERGY TYPE:  2, 1

CHEMICAL FAMILY:  Oxides, Monoterpenes, Monoterpenols

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES:  New patterns to take hold, depth to dreaming, sleep rhythms clear the atmosphere; calm the mind

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES:  Jet lag, Unblocks and release of old patterns, Fragmented

Emotionally conflicted, integration after trauma or stress 

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:  candida albicans, lung congestion, sore muscles, clear cooling effect on skin, Nervous system balancing

PROPERTIES;  Anti-infectious, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, expectorant, hormonal regulator, immune system stimulant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, anti-spasmodic

 Blends with ORANGE, CHAMOMILE, FRANKINCENSE, ROSALINA, CAJEPUT, CLARY SAGE, LAVENDER, LEMON, FRANKINCENSE and SILVER FIR

BLENDS CONTAINING:  None yet

 Main constituents: pinene, 1.8 cineole, linalool; Fragonia's unique 1:1:1 ratio of monoterpenes, oxides, and monoterpenols, a rare find in essential oils, was termed Fragonia's Triangle by Dr. Pénoël, symbolizing balance and harmony.

ARCHETYPES:  Harmonizer, Emotional Alchemist, Peacekeeper, Gentle Healer, Sacred Weaver  

PERSONALITY:  A pleasant mix of Eucalyptus and Pine with a smattering of Tea Tree and Lavender.

+Loving, strong, inviting respect but with a spirit of sweet, gentle delight.

+Humble, with a bright outlook on life, optimistic

+People flock around for emotional support, especially during difficult transitions.

+Mild mannered, at ease around children and elderly

+Deeply present, without being intense.

+Compassionate, but not overwhelmed

+Able to sit with complexity without needing to fix it immediately.

Doesn’t say:“Here’s what’s wrong.”

But, “Let’s bring everything back into relationship.”

 

Larch

  

 

larix laricina or larix decidua—also known as Tamarack--steam distillation of the needles and young twigs.  Fresh, resinous, green, slightly sweet, clean forest top note with a soft balsamic undertone. it IS THE ONLY CONIFER where needles turn gold in autumn before falling off. It can withstand incredibly cold temperatures and harsh growing conditions. The oil is somewhat expensive at about $4 per ml.

CAUTIONS:  considered non-toxic and non-irritating, but it should be used with care as it is quite potent. 

  

CHARACTER:  “Cyclical Resilience,” humility, and quiet confidence reborn and renewed each spring. 

ETHERIC COLORS:  Golden-Green, Spring Green, Pale amber

CRYSTAL ALLIES: Green aventurine, Smoky Quartz, Peridot, Moss Agate, Chrysoprase, Jade, Rainforest Jasper, Bloodstone

CHAKRAS:  Heart, Solar, Root 

ELEMENTS:  Earth, Air

MUSICAL:  E, G; violin playing hopeful melody; wooden flute in mountain air    

PERFUME NOTE: Top to Middle 

ASTROLOGICAL:  Capricorn, Virgo, Saturn, Sun

ENERGY TYPE:  2, 4; It is not stoic like pine. It is adaptable strength.

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE TRAITS:  Self-trust, confidence 

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES: Recovering from failure, stress, anxiety, mental fog

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:  respiratory health and joint pain. Minor skin cuts, acne, eczema/psoriasis , tired legs and lymphatic circulation.

PROPERTIES:  strong antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and mucolytic (expectorant), analgesic, 

BLENDS WITH:  It pairs well with other conifer oils (pine, cedarwood), citrus oils (lemon, orange), and herbaceous oils like lavender.  

BLENDS:Ocean Jasper,  Sacred Rim, Into The Woods,

Primary constituents: Monoterpenes (α-pinene, β-pinene), bornyl acetate, limonene

ARCHETYPES:  QUIET ACHIEVER, HUMBLE LEADER, SHAMANIC PROTECTOR, SHAPESHIFTER, INDIVIDUALIST, MEDIATOR, PIONEER, TRAILBLAZER 

PERSONALITY:

 +Does not have inflated ego.  Resonates with “You are capable.

 +Speaks softly. Quiet authority.

+Has persistence and creative expression.

+Weathered but warm. Strength without hardness. As such, they are not opposed to some healthy risk-taking

+Resilient optimism

+Prone to staying in the background until they find their “season”

 They are not afraid to try again and go back up the mountain, if they fell once.  Letting go without losing identity

- If negative, may experience Excess self-criticism, Emotional brittleness, fear of visibility or avoidance of opportunity.

  

 

  

Ormenis Flower

 -ormenis multicaulis or mixta-also known as “Chamomile Maroc”or “Spanish Wild Chamomile” is distilled from the flowering tops. Has herbaceous top note with sweet rich-balsamic undertone.  Has long been sold as Chamomile, but is far cheaper and has different qualities 

CAUTIONS:  Generally safe when diluted but poses risks if misused. Key cautions include potential skin sensitization.  Avoid use during pregnancy/lactation, and keep it away from children. It is for topical or aromatic use only.  

CHARACTER:  "Mindful Mystic" Unhurried, Composed, warm sunlight after emotional rain—comforting, restoring, and quietly joyful. a meadow breeze carrying wildflowers; “Softness is not weakness. It is the strength that allows life to recover.”

CRYSTAL ALLIES:  Labradorite, Rose Quartz, Yellow Calcite, Moonstone, Prehnite, Chrysoprase, Mother of Pearl, Botswana Agate, Kunzite

ETHERIC COLORS:  golden yellow, pale honey, light meadow green

PERFUME NOTE:  Middle, acts as the “Heart”

ELEMENTS:  Water and air; some say Fire

MUSICAL ASSOCIATIONS:  G MAJOR, harp, acoustic guitar, flute, soft violin 

CHAKRAS:  Heart, solar, subtle Crown

ASTRO:  Moon, Sun, Cancer, Libra

ENERGY:  2, 1

CHEMICAL FAMILY: Monoterpenol

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES:  Calm, Empathetic, Courageous, Earthed, Relaxed, Mindful, Able to let go, Attentive, Meditative, Consoled, Soothed, Peaceful acceptance; “Healing happens when the heart feels safe.”

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES:  Stress, Tension, Anxiety, Dread, High Strung, Impulsive, Confused, Bad temper, Emotionally controlling, Emotional blockages, Abused, Fearful.

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:  Acne, allergic reactions, Colic, colitis, headache, insomnia, menopause, liver & spleen congestion, MRSA, cystitis, dermatitis, eczema, headache, muscle spasms

Blends well with CYPRESS, LAVENDER, VETIVER, CEDAR, CISTUS, ARTEMESIA, JASMINE, ROSE, NEROLI AND ALL CITRUS

May contain:  germacrene, alpha pinene, beta farnesene, cineole, myrcene, trans pinocaruoel, borneol, bornyl acetate, bisabolene, caryophellene etc

ARCHETYPES:  COMFORTER, GENTLE HEALER, LISTENER, SUNLIT CHILD, MEADOW SPIRIT, RESILENT SURVIVOR

PERSONALITY:

+Hidden depths, vibrant. Secret person, likes to keep true selves hidden. 

+Masters of disguise in everything they do.  Hide emotions and true intentions.

+ Patient, takes everything at their own pace, with no hurrying, rushing, or rashness.

+Everything has a motive and every step will be deliberate.

+Never leaves anything to fate.  Everything is carefully planned and calculated.

+”Why hurry, there is time to sit, think, and talk about it.”

+ “Laid back” is an understatement.  They can infuriate such personalities as GRAPEFRUIT.  However, some projects do actually make it off the drawing board.

+ Likes to be in charge and thought of as a thinker.

+ Wise, not in the medicinal sense, but in the metaphysical “knowing.”

+ Secrets are safe with them.  

+They tend to have an answer for everything, if they don’t, they know a man that does.

+Full of wonderful and exotic stories and experiences.  Wonderful story tellers.

+ Able to calm explosive situations.

• +Appear to be in control. Much attuned to the earth’s ways. Values the earth’s treasures.
• +Drawn to vocations like counselors, care givers and artists. They are often empaths.

-If negative, can become very controlling, expecting to be obeyed no matter what.

-Do not listen to reason easily, may be patronizing and condescending.

Bee Balm

 monarda fistulosa—steam distilled from the flowers and leaves.  Fresh, lemony-citrus with herbal/floral notes, bright, spicy, herbaceous aroma—often compared to a cross between oregano, thyme, and bergamot.  Sometimes called Wild Bergamot.

CAUTIONS:  a known dermal irritant. Experts recommend a maximum 1% concentration (approximately 5–6 drops per ounce of carrier oil) to avoid skin or mucous membrane irritation. 

  

CHARACTER: "Emotional Warrior" "Radiant Tonic”, resilience, adaptability, and quiet strength; Expansive heat that clears stagnation and awakens vitality.

ETHERIC COLORS: Coral-Red, Fuchsia Pink, Emerald Green

CRYSTAL ALLIES: Rhodochrosite, Sunstone, Emerald, Carnelian, Leopardskin Jasper, Chrysocolla, Autumn Jasper 

CHAKRAS:  Heart, Solar, subtle Throat 

ELEMENTS:  Fire, Air

MUSICAL: F, A, viola or warm flute, lively folk melody     

PERFUME NOTE:  Top middle; bridges herbal, citrus, and floral categories.

ASTROLOGICAL: Leo, Libra, Venus, Jupiter 

ENERGY TYPE: 4, 1; "fresh spark of energy" that is active and inspiring rather than sedating.

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE TRAITS: Tranquility yet ignite movement and motivation

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES: Anxiety, mental fatigue, emotional stagnation, low energy 

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Traditionally used for respiratory conditions, colds, sinus congestion, bronchial conditions. It can be diffused to help clear congestion or inhaled to support the lungs. Acne, minor skin infections, sore muscles, sluggish digestion

PROPERTIES:  antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory, decongestant, expectorant, anti-viral, anti-fungal, circulatory stimulant 

CONSTITUENTS: geraniol, carvacrol, linlool and thymol, depending on chemo-type. Chemically, it varies widely depending on chemotype which affects both strength and safety.

BLENDS WITH: Lavender, Geranium, Clary Sage, Sandalwood, Cedar, Mandarin, Eucalyptus, Rosemary 

BLENDS: None, yet.

ARCHETYPES: HEART FIREKEEPER, JOYFUL HEALER, SOCIAL ALCHEMIST, MEADOW PRIESTESS, HARMONIZER, SYMPATHETIC GUARDIAN

PERSONALITY:

+Warm but not overpowering

+Traits of compassion and sympathy.  Best suited for professions where they can express this.

+Expressive but not dramatic; joyful and playful;

+Expressive vitality; passionate about their beliefs 

+Resilient, adaptable, and exudes quiet strength. Especially adaptable to wherever life plants them.

Leleshwa

Tarchonanthus Camphoratus—steam distilled from the fresh leaves and flowers. Scent is herbaceous and floral with a  camphoraceous top note. It is known by many different names such as African Wild sage, Kanferbos, Wild Camphor Bush.  Hottentot Tobacco, Sage Wood, Wild Cotton, African Flea Bane.  Tribes in Kenya have used the tree for hundreds of years.

CAUTIONS:  Generally considered safe and non-toxic, it is highly concentrated and requires specific precautions, particularly for sensitive groups. Should always be mixed with a carrier oil to minimize the risk of skin sensitivity or irritation. Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects; do not dispose of it in waterways or drains.

  

CHARACTER:  “Desert Guardian”, calm resilience and quiet endurance, balance between rooted calm and flowing clarity. Alert, perceptive, and vigilant.

ETHERIC COLORS: Pale silver Green, Sage, Turquoise, Smoky blue 

CRYSTALS: Chrysoprase, Amazonite, Green Calcite, Clear Quartz, Turquoise, Kambaba Jasper, Leopardskin Jasper, Sage Amethyst, Silver Leaf Jasper  

CHAKRAS: Heart, Third Eye, Solar

ELEMENTS: Air and Fire

MUSICAL: E, B;  wind instruments, highland flute, distant horn echoing across open land     

PERFUME NOTE: Some say Base.  Other sources say Top to Middle. A very complex profile.

ASTROLOGICAL:  Mercury, Uranus, Virgo, Aquarius

ENERGY TYPE:  2, 4

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE TRAITS: Sharper thinking, alert awareness, Restored personal space, clear boundaries, mental discipline, calm vigilance

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES:  Mentally scattered, energetically drained by others, confused about direction, overly sensitive to environments

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:  Antiseptic Skin Cleanser, Acne, Dandruff(add to shampoo), Psoriasis, skin fungus, nail fungus, itching, athlete’s foot

PROPERTIES:  Insect Repellent, antiseptic, antiviral, antibacterial, deodorant, mucolytic, antifungal (possibly the most effective natural fungicide) available. Has been proven to be more effective than tea tree for helping cleanse the skin. 

CONSTITUENTS:  High in monoterpenols and compounds like fenchol, 1,8-cineole, and alpha-pinene. Despite its "Camphor Bush" name, it typically contains only 3–4.5% camphene, making it gentle enough for diffusion.

BLENDS WITH:  Lavender, Geranium, Sandalwood, Ginger, Clove, Pine, Hyssop, Thyme, Sage, Marjoram, Palo Santo, Frankincense, Vetiver, Patchouli, Cedar,  Bergamot, Grapefruit, Rosemary, Spruce.

BLENDS:  none yet

ARCHETYPES: PATHFINDER, WIND CLEANSER, WATCHER ON THE HILL 

PERSONALITY:

 +A quiet desert scout or guardian of sacred land. Fiercely protective of boundaries.  Deeply connected to nature.

+Drawn to vocations in the healing and therapy realms. Also protection of livestock and camps

+They can thrive in a chaotic environment. Calm under pressure.

+Alert and perceptive, generally an Empath.

+Emotionally balanced; no emotional drama.

+Sees far ahead and senses danger early.  Watchfulness rather than aggression.

"See clearly. Then choose calmly."