New Herbs at a Glance: Bitter Orange

Courtesy NCCAM Featured Content  Thu, 08/16/2007 - 08:00

The bitter orange tree is native to eastern Africa and tropical Asia. Today, it is grown throughout the Mediterranean region and elsewhere, including California and Florida.

Bitter orange oil is used in foods, cosmetics, and aromatherapyA therapy in which the scent of essential oils from flowers, herbs, and trees is inhaled to promote health and well-being. products.

This fact sheet provides basic information about bitter orange—common names, uses, potential side effects, and resources for more information.

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