Cypriol (Nagarmotha) (Cyperus scariosus) is a earthy essential oil with a dry, woody-earthy aroma and a base note. Steam distillation from rhizome, it is a versatile blending oil that pairs well with Vetiver, Patchouli, Sandalwood (Australian). For topical use, keep dilution at or below 5%.
Cypriol (Nagarmotha) (Cyperus scariosus) is an earthy essential oil, steam-distilled from the rhizome, produced in India and Nepal. Its aroma is dry, woody-earthy, sitting as a base note in a blend. It's commonly paired with Vetiver, Patchouli, Sandalwood (Australian), Cedarwood (Atlas). Keep topical use at or below 5%. Always patch-test first.
Aroma & character
Aroma
Traditional aromatherapy associations
Traditional associations only — not medical claims or evidence of efficacy.
Properties
| Perfumery note | Base |
| Aroma family | Earthy |
| Chemical family | Sesquiterpene |
| Material type | Essential oil |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Plant part | rhizome |
| Origin | India, Nepal |
| Blending factor | 4 |
| Volatility index | 4 |
| Tenacity (hours) | 15.0 |
Safety & dilution
| Max topical dilution | 5% |
| Max facial dilution | 2.5% |
| Pregnancy | No specific caution recorded |
| Nursing | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Children | Generally suitable, well diluted (from ~6 years) |
| Cats | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Dogs | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
Evidence: Traditional — EODB: 13 GC-MS analyses (Cyperus scariosus).
For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.
Plan safe amounts with our essential oil dilution calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Cypriol (Nagarmotha) smell like?
Cypriol (Nagarmotha) has a dry, woody-earthy aroma, classed as a earthy oil with a base note.
What is the safe dilution for Cypriol (Nagarmotha)?
For topical use, keep Cypriol (Nagarmotha) at or below 5%, and 2.5% on facial skin. Always patch-test before wider use.
Is Cypriol (Nagarmotha) safe to use during pregnancy?
Our dataset records no specific pregnancy caution for Cypriol (Nagarmotha). That is not the same as it being established as safe — always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any essential oil during pregnancy.
Is Cypriol (Nagarmotha) safe to use around children?
Cypriol (Nagarmotha) is generally considered suitable for children when well diluted (from around 6 years old). Consult a professional for young children.
Is Cypriol (Nagarmotha) safe around pets?
For cats — generally lower-risk when well diluted and diffused sparingly; dogs — generally lower-risk when well diluted. Diffuse only in ventilated spaces and consult a veterinarian.
What does Cypriol (Nagarmotha) blend well with?
Cypriol (Nagarmotha) pairs well with Vetiver, Patchouli, Sandalwood (Australian), Cedarwood (Atlas), Frankincense (Carterii).