Proof The Bible Is True

By Dr. Mercola

Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin) is a perennial herb related to the ever-popular oregano, mint and lavender, all members of the Lamianceae family.¹ The plants are native to Malaysia and the Philippines.² Since it doesn’t produce seeds, it’s grown by taking cuttings from another plant.

The plant has a bushy growth and produces pale pink flowers. For centuries patchouli has been cultivated for the essential oil. Both the leaves and flowers are fragrant, but it’s the leaves that are harvested to produce the oil.³

The strongly scented oil is produced through steam distillation. It is one of the most widely …read more

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