In a mood? Not for much longer !
What it looks like
The Bergamot orange tree is a small tree, perfect for growing in a pot or greenhouse. At full maturity, it will reach between 10 and 16 feet. With beautiful evergreen foliage, it is known for its strong aroma produced not only by the flowers but also by the leaves and fruit. The tree blooms with white flowers between November and January, making it a striking sight during the winter months.
Traditional Uses
Bergamot oil is traditionally used as a mood lifter and as an antiseptic. Flavouring Earl Grey Tea
Why it works
The oil has sedative and calming properties, in conjunction with the uplifting aroma, it may help in alleviating the depression. And is a very good antibacterial agent.
Our products
Whenever we’re formulating our products, it’s really important to us that we keep the traditional uses alive, as we have lost many of the traditional remedies.
Harketae Green products that use Bergamot might be of interest to you.
This is not Bergamot
This fruit is a Makrut Lime, it is delicious, unlike the Bergamot which has a taste that is not as bitter as a Lemon but more bitter than a Grapefruit.
Perhaps the reason why the Makrut Lime is confused with the Bergamot is because the word Makrut translates in Thai as Bergamot.. But only in Thailand