Elemi
Profile
| Latin Name | Canarium luzonicum |
| Chinese Name | Not Known |
| Family | Berseraceae |
| Note | Base |
| Aroma | <Strong> Balsamic |
| Color | Clear to Pale-Yellow |
| Parts Distilled | Gum resin (fixative) |
| Regions | Philippines, Brazil, Central America |
| Taste | Spicy, Bitter |
| Nature | Warming (can be drying) |
| Affinity | LR/HT |
| Major Chemical Constituents | Monoterpenes (phellandrene ~10-25%) |
| Skin Type | Mature, wrinkles Dosage: 8% dilution |
Used as a fixative in blends (see Fixatives).
TCM Categories
Functions
- Move qi and invigorate blood in the chest Expel phlegm (unproductive cough)
Indications
- Chest Bi-Obstruction with chest distress and tightness, phlegm, anxiety, insomnia, shallow-breathing
Specific Protocols
- Apply a 8% dilution of Elemi (30%), Sandalwood (30%), Orange (20%), and Ylang Ylang (20%) at CV-15, CV-14, PC-7, and HT-7 to calm the shen.
Actions
- Mucolytic
- Circulatory stimulant
- Sedative
Contraindications & Cautions
- Not used during pregnancy
- Not for pre-pubescent children