Essential Oil Details
Introduction
The developed variety exhibits a Citronellol to Geraniol (C:G) ratio below 2, ensuring superior essential oil quality suited for enhancing India’s aromatic industry. Among the minor constituents, 6,9-guaiadiene (3.36%) and 10-epi-?-eudesmol (0.19%) contribute to its unique chemical profile. The clone demonstrates high oil productivity, yielding approximately 65.0 kg/ha in the first harvest and 32.64 kg/ha in the second, making CIM-Sangam a valuable candidate for sustainable geranium cultivation and essential oil production across the northern plains of India.
Other Details
The essential oil, valued for its therapeutic efficacy and commercial significance, is predominantly composed of citronellol and geraniol, accompanied by several notable minor constituents.
Major Compound Details
| Serial No. | Compound Name | Compound Percentage(%) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Citronellol | 29.48 |
| 2 | Geraniol | 15.48 |
| 3 | Isomenthone | 9.61 |
Minor Compound Details
| Serial No. | Compound Name | Compound Percentage(%) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Citronellyl Formate | 6.99 |
| 2 | Geranyl Butyrate | 3.21 |
| 3 | Linalool | 2.27 |
| 4 | Geranyl Formate | 2.47 |
| 5 | Geranyl Tiglate | 1.25 |
| 6 | 2-Phenylethyl Tiglate | 1.61 |
| 7 | Trans-Rose Oxide | 0.31 |
| 8 | Menthone | 0.40 |
| 9 | 10-Epi-Gamma-Eudesmol | 0.19 |
| 10 | Alpha terpineol | 0.41 |