This botanical profile is part of the Star Naturals Herbal Library.
Sweet Orange
Citrus sinensis
Historical / Folk Use
Sweet orange has been widely used in Mediterranean and global traditions for its bright, uplifting aroma. The oil from the peel was valued for refreshing the mood and enhancing aromatic blends. Its cheerful scent became widely appreciated in perfumery and herbal preparations.
Energetics
Traditionally described as:
• Bright, sweet, citrus aroma
• Refreshing, uplifting, rejuvenating
• Lightly warming
• Aromatic and expansive
• Clarifying to mood
• Fresh and vibrant
• Softly stimulating
• Joyful and radiant
Research & Resources
The research summaries below highlight findings from scientific studies on compounds found in this botanical.
They are provided for educational purposes and do not represent claims about the effects of Star Naturals products.
Study 1:
A scientific review looked at human studies of essential oil combinations that included sweet orange oil for viral respiratory infections. The research observed associations with mild to moderate symptom relief in respiratory infection contexts.
Study 2:
Human studies have evaluated sweet orange essential oil inhalation for mood and physiological effects. The research observed changes in anxiety and autonomic markers during exposure.
Study 3:
A randomized clinical trial in women during labor observed that inhalation of sweet orange essential oil was associated with greater reductions in anxiety, blood pressure, respiratory rate, and heart rate compared with placebo.
Study 4:
In this pediatric clinical setting, inhalation of orange essential oil is associated with reductions in physiological indicators of anxiety, including reduce salivary cortisol and pulse rate, compared with control.
Study 5:
A review of citrus essential oils reported that inhalation of citrus aromas, including sweet orange, has been associated with relaxation, calming responses, and enhancements in mood in research settings.