Schisandra essential oil facts and benefits Quick Facts
Name:	Schisandra essential oil facts and benefits
Origin	Native to Korea, China and Russia
Colors	Reddish brown
Health benefits	Mental clarity, Cure eye problems, Treat diarrhea, Relieve stress, Slows premature aging

Schisandra essential oil is the extracted with CO2 extraction from dehydrated fruits of Schisandra tree. It was commonly used by Russian Olympic athletes as well as hockey players for its adaptogenic properties. This essential oil is used to counteract stress problems, diseases, anxiety problems and weakness issues. It also slows down the occurrence of premature aging. It stimulates the immune system and useful for the treatment of premenstrual disorder. It supports post-surgical healing and lowers anxiety as well as tension. Schisandra is also cultivated in Northeastern China (in the province of Jilin, Heilongjiang, Lianoning and Hebei). It is woody and aromatic vine that could reach up to 25 feet in height with red berries and pink flowers. The seeds taste aromatic and hot. Other common names for this plant are Schizandra, Five flavor berry, Mognolia Vines, Wu wei zi and Omicha.

Health Benefits of Schisandra essential oil

It supports relaxation, revitalizes skin and promotes mental clarity.
It counteracts stress problems, diseases, anxiety problems and weakness issues.
It improves eye problems.
It also slows down the premature aging.
It lowers the cholesterol level from the body.
It treats the problem of urination, dehydration and diarrhea.
It prevents the deterioration of vision and hearing.
It prevents the chances of digestive problems.
It provides relief from premenstrual syndrome.
It prevents retina degeneration to prevent weak eyesight and blurred vision.

Precautions

It should be used under the proper medical supervision.
Pregnant and nursing women should avoid it.
The excessive use of this oil causes heart burn.
Avoid using it on eyes, ears and sensitive areas.
Dilute well before use.

Schisandra essential oil facts

Name	Schisandra essential oil facts and benefits
Scientific Name	Schisandra chinensis
Native	Native to Korea, China and Russia
Common/English Name of Schisandra plant	Schizandra, Five flavor berry, Mognolia Vines, Wu wei zi, Omicha
Name in Other Languages of Schisandra plant	Japanese: Schisandra, gomishi, schizandra, kita-gomishi, hoku-gomishi; Chinese: hoy tsi, ji-chu ; Korean: omiza; Russian: Limonnik, Maximowich’s red grape;
Method of Extraction	CO2 Extracted
Part of plant used	Dried fruit
Color	Reddish brown
Odor	Sweet sour
Flavor/aroma	Mild
Traditional uses	It revitalizes skin and enhances mental clarity. It relieves stress problems, diseases, anxiety problems and weakness issues. It helps to cure eye problems. It slows down the development of premature aging. It lowers cholesterol level. It is a treatment for urination problem, dehydration and diarrhea. It cures digestive problems and relieves premenstrual syndrome.
Precautions	Use under the medical supervision. It is better to avoid by pregnant and nursing women. If used excessively, it causes heart burn. Do not use on eyes, ears and sensitive areas. Do not use undiluted.