- Other Names
- Citrus nobilis, True Mandarin, and Satsuma
- Farming Method
- Conventionally Farmed
- Plant Part
- Peel
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Application Method
- Bath, Diffusion, Inhalation, Massage, and Topical
- Scientific Name
- Citrus reticulata
- Extraction Method
- Cold Pressed
About the Plant:
The mandarin orange (Citrus reticulata) is a small citrus tree fruit, which grows up to 25 ft high. The tree trunk and major branches have thorns resembling an evergreen tree. It has glossy, green leaves producing fragrant white flowers and bearing green fruits turning to yellow when ripe. Although the Tangerine and Mandarin are very similar, the Tangerine fruit is larger than the Mandarin, and rounder, with a more yellow-hued skin.
Mandarin orange fruits are smaller and oblate in comparison to spherical common oranges. The taste is considered sweeter and stronger than the common orange. Their color is orange, yellow-orange, or red-orange. A ripe mandarin is firm to slightly soft, heavy for its size, and pebbly-skinned. The skin is thin and peels off easily. Their easiness to peel is an important advantage of mandarin oranges over other citrus fruits because the whole fruit can be used. Mandarin orange fruits are sweet to taste and can be eaten as whole or squeezed to make juice. The mandarin is tender and is damaged easily by cold. It can be grown in tropical and subtropical areas.
Where It Grows:
Native to southern China and the Far East, Mandarin was given its name by the English because of the color Chinese officials once wore. The small evergreen trees which produces the rich fruit with yellow to deep orange rinds were first brought Europe in 1805 then brought to the United States in the mid 1800s.
Today, Mandarin trees are primarily grown in Alabama, Mississippi and Florida with some cultivated in Georgia, Texas and California. The whole fruit is put through a cold pressed method to extract the juice, and the essential oil, which is contained in the peel, is a byproduct of juice production. The essential oil which has a thin yellow consistency and blends exquisitely well with Ginger and other delightful citruses.
In 2020, world production of mandarin oranges was 38.6 million tons, led by China with 60% of the global total. Spain produced more than two million tons in 2020, while other significant producers with around one million ton each were Turkey, Egypt and Morocco.
Traditional Uses and Lore:
Mandarins are considered symbols of good luck and fortune. They are traditionally given as gifts for Chinese New Year and said to be named after the Mandarin Chinese officials because of their bright color. Originating mainly in south China, Mandarins were introduced to Europe in the early 1800s and were brought from Italy to the United States in the mid 1800s.
In traditional Chinese medicine, the dried peel of the fruit is used in the regulation of ch'i and to enhance digestion.* Both Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine practitioners have used Mandarin peels for centuries to aid digestion.* Today, Mandarin Oil is popular as a flavoring agent for candies, drinks, and liquors.
Mandarins are generally peeled and eaten fresh or used in salads, desserts and main dishes. The peel can be used fresh, whole or zested, or dried as chenpi. It can be used as a spice for cooking, baking, drinks, or candy. Essential Oil from the fresh peel may be used as a flavoring for candy, in gelatins, ice cream, chewing gum, and baked goods. It is also used as a flavoring in liquors. In Chinese cuisine, the peel of the mandarin orange, called chenpi, is used to flavor sweet dishes and sauces.
Other Facts:
- Scent: Smooth, Sweet-Tart, Citrus, Fresh, and Slightly Floral Undertone
- Fragrance Note: Top Note
- Composition: Limonene, Methyl Anthranilate, Geraniol, Citral, and Citronellal
- Family: Rutaceae Family
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
- Positive Mood and Eases Fatigue
- Promotes Healthy Digestion
- Perfect to Help Calm Restless Children
Mandarin Red Organic Essential Oil is a delightful and uplifting oil that can enhance your overall well-being. Pressed from fully ripened fruits, it has a pleasant, sweet-tart citrus aroma with a subtle floral undertone. Red Mandarin is especially lovely in natural perfumery applications and can add a touch of brightness and appeal.* This oil is ideal for children — especially when used in diffusers or room sprays to refresh any space.
Embrace the exotic aromatherapy experience of Red Mandarin oil, which can bring a sense of wonder and possibility to your life.* It has a calming and positive effect on the mind, body, and heart while soothing the digestive tract.* Its powers also extend to fighting germs and supporting overall health.* Our Certified Organic Red Mandarin Essential Oil is derived from the fresh rinds of fully ripe mandarins in Italy and is a real winner with children. This oil can be an excellent travel companion, settling the belly after trying new adventures!*
Topical Application (for use on the skin):
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Diffusion / Inhalation Application (add a few drops to a nebulizer or nasal inhaler):
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Blends Well With:
- Cinnamon Leaf, Ginger, Lemon, Lime, and Ylang Ylang Complete
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Safety Precautions:
- Red Mandarin is non-toxic, non-irritating, and not photo-toxic.*
- But it can have a skin sensitization effect if oxidize.*
- Please do a skin patch test before applying more liberally.
General Safety Precautions:
- Use essential oils only in diluted form on the skin and never internally.
- Always be careful when using essential oils with children.
- Give them only low doses, or better, consult a qualified aromatherapy expert before using.
- Also, use essential oils with care and only under the proper guidance of an expert while pregnant or if you have liver damage, epilepsy, cancer, or other serious health problems.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Enjoy a gentle yet energizing burst of sunny citrus with Amrita’s Red Mandarin Essential Oil. Red Mandarin Essential Oil is a refreshing, uplifting oil that brings sunshine and peace to even the most trying day.* Its aroma is bittersweet and citrusy with a bottom note that leaves you in a refreshing pool of sweetness. It is upbeat, sweet, and very soothing to children.* Red Mandarin Oil has therapeutically similar benefits to Tangerine and Orange Oil, but its scent is considered tarter and more complex than Tangerine. Its calming properties are also more pronounced.*
Did you eat something that doesn’t agree with your stomach? Red Mandarin Essential Oil is a potent source of limonene, an antioxidant found in the peels of citrus fruit. Studies suggest that limonene may help increase metabolism, support brain health, and reduce cellular damage caused by chronic inflammation and oxidative stress.* Ease sensations of bloat and gas by massaging your belly with a Red Mandarin blend.
As a purifying oil with antimicrobial and antibacterial properties, Red Mandarin helps to detoxify the body by cleansing waste products and toxins from the body.* Due to this detoxification effect, it also increases tissue blood flow and lymph drainage and may also help as a general blood purifier.* Add Red Mandarin Oil to aloe vera; then, use this blend to reduce germs on your hands.*
This essential oil pairs harmoniously with other citrus oils as well as Jasmine, Lavender, and Sandalwood. Red Mandarin diffuser blends can fill your home or workspace with an airy feeling of calm that also uplifts any mood.* Like all citrus oils, Red Mandarin Essential Oil helps combats depression while uplifting and promoting positivity.* Overall, Red Mandarin balances the Nervous System, helps reduce brain fog and fatigue, and may help eases symptoms of hyperactivity.* Amrita suggests you try Red Mandarin for DIY cleaning products, first-aid treatment for minor cuts, and use in morning meditation practices — plus, you can use it around the kiddos!
The following is a list of conditions which Red Mandarin Essential Oil addresses by category:
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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