Geranium and Pelargonium: History of Nomenclature, Usage and Cultivation

This book dispels myths and peels away layers of incorrect and muddled information that contribute to the unclear image of the genera. Some of the topics discussed include taxonomy and history of usage and nomenclature, cultivation for essential oil production and retail purposes in different countries, theory and practice of distillation of Geranium and Pelargonium oils, and pharmacology and therapeutic properties of Geranium and Pelargonium oils and extracts.This book will be of interest to graduate students, scientists and professionals in the Geranium and Pelargonium growing and retail industries and the perfumery, food, and cosmetics industries.