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CARRIER OILS
POMEGRANATE SEED OIL
Pistachio Oil
Pistachio Oil
Latin Name: Pistacia vera, Pistacia chinensis
Family: Anacardiaceae
- Etymology
From the Greek word for the nut pistake (latin pistacium); vera means true. The Latinized Chinensis indicates coming from China.
The Plant and its environment
The tree is from southern Europe and Asia Minor. The nut contains an edible greenish kernel. Pistachio is grown in France and the USA.
The tree is from southern Europe and Asia Minor. The nut contains an edible greenish kernel. Pistachio is grown in France and the USA.
- The Oil
Used mainly in the food industry.
Principal Constituents
| Saturated fatty acid | 12 - 14 |
| Monounsaturated fatty acid | 49 - 52 |
| Polyunsaturated fatty acid | 36 - 37 |
- Physical Properties
- Energy value Kcal/100ml 895
- Culinary Use
Used in salad dressings, mayonnaises, vinaigrettes and as a glaze for grills, and oven roasts.
Reference: Carrier Oils for Aromatherapy & Massage: Len Price with Ian Smith and Shirley Price
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