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Spikenard Essential Oil (Nardostachys jatamansi)

Spikenard Essential Oil
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Nardostachys jatamansi · Steam Distilled

Spikenard Essential Oil

Spikenard Essential Oil is a deep, earthy, intensely grounding base-note oil steam distilled from the roots of Himalayan spikenard (Nardostachys jatamansi), treasured since antiquity.

At Kush Aroma Exports, our spikenard oil is produced with care at our facility in Kannauj, India. As one of India's trusted essential oil manufacturers, wholesalers, suppliers and exporters, we supply every batch to a verifiable specification. Explore our full range of natural essential oils or browse our organic essential oils collection.

Quick Facts

Botanical NameNardostachys jatamansi
Common NameSpikenard, jatamansi
FamilyCaprifoliaceae (formerly Valerianaceae)
SourceRoot
OriginNepal
ProcessingSteam distillation
ConservationCITES Appendix II; source responsibly

Aroma Profile

Spikenard is a strong base note with a deep, earthy, woody aroma, musky and slightly animalic. Profoundly grounding and long-lasting.

Blends beautifully with

Spikenard Oil blends beautifully with:

Lavender Patchouli Vetiver Cedarwood Pine Frankincense

The Sacred Nard

Spikenard appears in both the Old and New Testament and has been treasured by nobility across the ancient world

It grows high in the Himalaya, where over-harvesting has made it a protected species.

Harvesting & Extraction

Spikenard roots are steam distilled, giving a slightly viscous golden-yellow to greenish oil of great depth. Explore more in our natural essential oils collection.

Common Uses

Across perfumery, wellness and traditional practice, this oil is valued for:

  • Aromatherapy — diffuse spikenard oil to fill a space with its characteristic aroma.
  • Massage & body blends — add, well diluted, to carrier oils for massage and body care.
  • Skincare & cosmetics — a natural fragrance and functional note in creams, balms and soaps.
  • Natural perfumery — a distinctive material in natural fragrance compounding.

Related Oils You May Like

For more related materials, explore: Spikenard Organic Essential Oil, Agarwood Oil, Cypress Emerald Natural Essential Oil, Yarrow Essential Oil Blue, our natural essential oils.

Caution: Nardostachys jatamansi is listed on CITES Appendix II and is threatened by over-harvesting; source responsibly with documentation. Avoid in pregnancy unless advised. Dilute before use; for external use only. Patch test before wider application, avoid contact with the eyes, and keep out of reach of children. Consult a professional if pregnant, nursing or under medical care.

Why Buy Spikenard Oil From Kush Aroma Exports

As a Government-recognised Star Export House and a trusted essential oil manufacturer, supplier, exporter and wholesaler of 100% pure essential oils from Kannauj, India, we offer spikenard oil in retail and bulk quantities, with worldwide shipping and quality you can verify.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is spikenard essential oil?
It is a deep, earthy, grounding base-note oil steam distilled from the roots of Nardostachys jatamansi.
Is it protected?
Yes — it is CITES Appendix II listed and threatened by over-harvesting, so responsible sourcing and documentation matter.
What is it used for?
In grounding meditation blends, natural perfumery as a base note and fixative, and calming aromatherapy.
What does it blend with?
It blends well with lavender, patchouli, vetiver, cedarwood, pine and frankincense.

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Typical Composition · Qualitative

Key Constituents

Spikenard is rich in sesquiterpenes and sesquiterpene ketones. Typical qualitative profile below.

ComponentTypical Character
ClassNote
Jatamansone (valeranone)Earthy, woody — characteristic
ClassSesquiterpene ketone
Spirojatamol / nardolWoody, earthy
ClassSesquiterpene alcohols

Safety Summary

HazardsProtected species.
ContraindicationsCITES documentation; avoid pregnancy unless advised.

Technical Notes

  • Data correction — The source lists the family as Valerianaceae and (for 234) gives a garbled botanical, ‘Nardostachys grandiflora jatamansi’. The accepted name is Nardostachys jatamansi, family Caprifoliaceae. Corrected.
  • Near-duplicate note — Spikenard Organic (234) and Spikenard (235) carry near-identical source text. Consider differentiating or consolidating.
  • Use / evidence note — Uses are traditional and for aromatherapy and wellbeing; they are not medical claims.
Technical Disclaimer: The composition indicated above is qualitative and typical for this botanical; it does not constitute a Certificate of Analysis. Batch-specific GC/MS values vary with origin, harvest and distillation. For regulatory or formulation decisions, always refer to the batch-specific CoA supplied with your order.

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