- Boesenbergia pandurata (Roxb.) Schlecht (syn. Kaempferia pandurata, Boesenbergia rotunda), Zingiberaceae (ginger family) — steam distillate from rhizomes. Thailand chemotype per Jantan et al 2001.
- Hazards: Drug interaction. Cautions (oral): Drugs metabolized by CYP2B6 (Appendix B). (T&Y verbatim p.581).
- Max dermal — framework default 5.0% adult. Non-phototoxic (Zingiberaceae rhizome steam distillate, no furocoumarin pathway). No specific skin reaction data for finger root oil, but clean composition suggests low skin reaction risk.
- CYP2B6 drug-interaction rail (CRITICAL) — geraniol 20.8% inhibits CYP2B6 per T&Y Table 4.11B → theoretical risk of interaction with drugs metabolized by CYP2B6 (bupropion, efavirenz, methadone, ketamine, cyclophosphamide; see Appendix B). Applies especially to oral administration.
- Key rails: Culinary-vs-EO disambiguation (finger root rhizome is Thai/Cambodian/Indonesian cuisine cornerstone — krachai / temu kunci — culinary use safe unrestricted); Zingiberaceae ginger-family peer class [[ginger]]/[[turmeric]]/[[cardamom]]/[[galangal]]; geraniol-CYP2B6-inhibitor peer class [[bergamot-wild]] (Monarda fistulosa geraniol 86.8–93.2%); limited commercial availability.
Tổng Quan
- Danh pháp khoa học
- Boesenbergia pandurata (Roxb.) Schlecht
- Họ thực vật
- Zingiberaceae
- Bộ phận dùng
- Rhizomes
- Phương pháp chiết xuất
- steam_distillation
- Màu sắc
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- Phân loại nốt hương
- Nốt Top/Middle
- Hương thơm
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- Chemotype / Cultivar
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Phân loại nốt
Top-Middle
Cường độ
3/5
Độ bền trên da
2–4 giờ
Họ hương
Fresh-herbal-floral with camphoraceous-woody undertone and subtle spicy-peppery lift
Hương đầu (Opening)(0–15 phút)
Sun-warmed tropical greens bright with camphor, soft rose-geranium warmth rising from the rhizome, clean medicinal clarity laced with herbal freshness, zingiberaceous vibrancy, gently awakening the senses
Hương giữa (Heart)(15–60 phút)
Xanh nhiệt đới chan nắng rực long não, hơi ấm hoa hồng-thảo mộc dịu dàng toả lên từ thân rễ, trong trẻo như dược thảo tinh khôi, nhựa sống Zingiberaceae tươi rỡ, khẽ khàng thức tỉnh giác quan
Hương nền (Drydown)(1–4 giờ)
2–4 giờ
Cường độ hương
3/5
Da khô
3/5
Da dầu/mụn
3/5
Da lão hóa
3/5
Da thường
4/5
Da nhạy cảm
2/5
Da hỗn hợp
3/5
Nhập khẩuImported
Tên gọi tại Việt Nam
Tinh dầu Bồng Nga Truật (Finger Root / Ngải Lá Ngón — Thai/Chinese Ginger)
Pha Chế & Hòa Hợp
antimicrobial — broad-spectrum
Geraniol disrupts microbial cell membranes and inhibits enzymatic activity across Gram-positive, Gram-negative, and fungal pathogens.
Ref: class-extrapolation from palmarosa (high-geraniol Zingiberaceae peer); Jantan et al. 2001 via Tisserand & Young 2014, Ch.13 p.581
antifungal
Geraniol-class monoterpene alcohols impair fungal cell wall integrity, particularly against Candida and dermatophyte species.
Ref: class-extrapolation from palmarosa (geraniol dominant); Tisserand & Young 2014, Ch.13 p.581
anti-inflammatory
Geraniol and associated rhizome monoterpenoids suppress pro-inflammatory cytokine signalling, consistent with Zingiberaceae class activity.
Ref: class-extrapolation from Zingiberaceae rhizome peer group; Tisserand & Young 2014, Ch.13 p.581
analgesic — topical warming
Warming monoterpene constituents from rhizome distillation provide counter-irritant and mild analgesic effects at the application site.
Ref: class-extrapolation from Zingiberaceae rhizome peer group (ginger, galangal); Tisserand & Young 2014, Ch.13 p.581
digestive tonic
Traditional Zingiberaceae rhizome use for gastrointestinal support; monoterpenes may stimulate digestive secretions via olfactory-vagal pathway when inhaled.
Ref: class-extrapolation from Zingiberaceae rhizome peer group; Tisserand & Young 2014, Ch.13 p.581
circulatory stimulant
Warming rhizome constituents promote peripheral microcirculation, easing local muscle tension and stiffness when applied topically in carrier.
Ref: class-extrapolation from Zingiberaceae rhizome peer group (ginger EO); Tisserand & Young 2014, Ch.13 p.581
AI-summary
No RCT-grade clinical trials specific to Boesenbergia pandurata essential oil were located in the cited literature. Chemistry profiling of the Thailand-origin oil was conducted by Jantan et al. (2001) and reported in Tisserand & Young (2014, Ch.13 p.581), establishing constituent identity rather than therapeutic endpoints. Pharmacological activity is attributed primarily to geraniol, for which broader in-vitro and animal literature supports antimicrobial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory mechanisms — class-extrapolated to this oil given its constituent profile. The clinically significant finding is CYP2B6 inhibition by geraniol (T&Y Table 4.11B), directly relevant for clients on CYP2B6-substrate medications. Traditional aromatherapy use; no RCT-grade clinical evidence located for this specific oil.
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| Phương pháp | Liều lượng | Ghi chú |
|---|---|---|
| Topical massage | 1–2% in carrier oil (approx. 1–2 drops per 5 ml) | Max 5% adult; 1% for sensitive/elderly. Avoid with CYP2B6 substrates (bupropion, efavirenz, cyclophosphamide, ketamine, methadone, nevirapine). Sesame or almond oil preferred. |
| Diffusion | 3–5 drops in 100 ml water (ultrasonic diffuser) | Sessions 30–60 min with ventilation between. Suitable for respiratory support or warming ambient blend. No significant dermal CYP2B6 concern at normal inhalation concentrations. |
| Warm compress | 2–3 drops dispersed in 1 tbsp carrier oil, applied via warm cloth | Apply to affected joint or muscle area for 15–20 minutes. Especially indicated for cold, stiff, or congested presentations. |
| Direct inhalation | 1–2 drops on tissue or cupped palms | 3–5 cupped breaths; useful for digestive discomfort or mental clarity. Keep away from eyes. |
| Bath | 3–5 drops in 1 tbsp unscented dispersant before adding to bathwater | Never add neat EO directly to bathwater — geraniol undiluted may irritate mucous membranes. Warm bath 38–40°C enhances warming and circulatory effects. |
Dầu nền phù hợp
Sesame oilTraditional Southeast Asian and Ayurvedic warming carrier with penetrating properties complementing the rhizome analgesic and circulatory applications.
Sweet almond oilLight, skin-compatible carrier with good spreadability for massage; mild enough for most skin types including moderately sensitive.
Fractionated coconut oilStable, non-comedogenic carrier with long shelf life; appropriate for tropical-origin Zingiberaceae blends and regular therapeutic massage use.
Jojoba waxSkin-balancing carrier for oily and dry skin; excellent for facial or body skincare formulations at safe dilutions within the 5% max dermal cap.
Grapeseed oilLightweight, low-comedogenic carrier suited to oily and combination skin types; supports diffusion of the spicy-floral character across the skin.
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[Tisserand & Young] Ch.13 p.581 (Finger root)
[Jantan I, Yassin MSM, Chin CB, Chen LL, Sim NL] Thailand chemistry profile (cited in T&Y)
[T&Y Table 4.11B] geraniol CYP2B6 inhibition (drug-interaction mechanism reference)
[T&Y Appendix B] CYP2B6 substrate drug list
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