The valid botanical name of the orange is Citrus sinensis L., which means it belongs to the genus of citrus plants (Citrus) in the Rutaceae family. It comes from China or Southeast Asia, where it was created from a cross between mandarin orange (Citrus reticulata) and grapefruit (Citrus maxima). It is the most widely grown citrus fruit in the world. A distinction is made between the sweet orange tree (Citrus Sinensis ssp. dulcis) and the bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium ssp. amara).
Orange oil stimulates the appetite, supports digestion and relieves flatulence. The essential oil is often used in a nebulizer during cold times and around Christmas time. Thanks to its properties, orange oil is also successfully used for skin care for cellulite. Due to its higher citral content, blood orange oil for the sauna is preferable to sweet orange oil.
Orange essential oil in a nebulizer can work wonders for stress, anxiety, nervous tension, melancholy and heart problems. It uplifts, stimulates, balances and gives us new courage to live. With this oil we also get significantly more drive and strengthen our defenses. A reliable mood-enhancer and joy-of-life booster, especially in the dark seasons. The smell alone immediately conveys warmth and security. In many pediatricians' and dentists' offices, orange oil is diffused to reduce patient anxiety.