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Lovage oils are obtained by steam distillation of either the leaves (leaf oil) or the fresh roots (root oil) of the perennial plant LevisticumofficinaleW.D.J. Koch (Apiaceae). Both oils are yellow-greenish-brown to dark brown liquids with strong, characteristic, aromatic odor and taste. d2020 1.010–1.090; n20D 1.5350–1.5580; α20D 1 ° to +5 °; solubility: 1 vol in max. 1.5 vol of 85% ethanol; acid value: max. 2–16; ester value 170–260. The main constituent of the leaf oil is α-terpinyl acetate, while the main constituent and odor-determining component of the root oil is ligustilide (3-butylidene-4,5-dihydrophthalide). The oils are produced on a relatively small scale, for example, in Hungary, and are mainly used in the alcoholic beverage industry and for flavoring of tobacco; small amounts are also used in perfumery.

개요See LOVAGE.

출처Lovage is a perennial found in Europe, the United States, and Canada

용도lovage oil (Levisticum officinale) is ascribed properties include cleansing, depurative, and draining. In addition, the roots and fruit have aromatic and stimulant activity. Lovage oil is appropriate for use on oily skin. This oil is produced by distillation of the roots, though the leaves and seeds are also used for therapeutic purposes.