In South Africa essential oils are produced from crops that contain volatile aromatic oils. The oils are extracted from various parts of plants that are rich in oil, primarily through steam distillation but also through chemical extraction.
Essential oils are obtained from plant parts such as the leaves, fruit, bark, wood and resin of many plants. These plant oils are distinguishable by their volatile nature and distinct aroma which causes them to evaporate when exposed to air.
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Essential oils - Crop Production is done in all the South Africa's provinces except in arid regions such as the Northern Cape and the North...
The bulk of essential oils produced in South Africa are produced for the export market while a small percentage are sold for local use. The ...
In South Africa essential oils are also produced from aromatic indigenous fynbos plants such as several species of Buchu as well as Cape Cha...