Logo

Synopsis The book covers latest information on agro-technologies and processing techniques of 40 species of Aromatic and Essential Oil bearing Plants to suit different soil and agro-climatic conditions of various regions of the country, like Cymbopogons, Vetiver, Species of Mentha, Ocimums, Rosa Damascena, Tuberose, Marigold, rosemary, spice oils, citrus oils etc. The book also contains chapters on tissue culture techniques, distillation processes, utilization of de-oiled residue and aromatherapy. Few success stories have been included to motivate farmers as cultivation of aromatic plants and essential oil bearing plants lead to high economic benefits to growers. Apart from agricultural practices, indicative figures of economic returns and sources of technology and consultancy services have also been given. The book starts with brief historical account of development of aromatic plants trade and interesting story of natural growth and cultivation of palmarosha grass in Betul (M.P.) and adjoining areas of Melghat, district Amarawati (M.S.) and distillation of oil by age-old traditional methods and introduction of latest distillation plant (CIMAP design) for manifold higher economic returns. Brief account of common facility centre for tribal/rural population is a role model for such promotional efforts. The book also provides guidance in marketing and import/export statistics, some addresses of export and marketing houses and plant suppliers are also included.