Egyptian Pelargonium

Cultivators grow Pelargonium graveolens in the Nile Delta, where warm days and cool nights encourage leaf growth. Harvesters cut the foliage early in the morning to preserve volatile compounds. Workers feed fresh leaves and stems into a stainless‑steel still, then apply steam distillation at 100 °C. The steam carries aromatic molecules into a condenser where they return to liquid form. After separation, the oil settles in a glass receiver, yielding a pale pink liquid with a clear, fresh aroma. Typical yields range from 0.3 % to 0.5 % by weight. Quality labs test each batch for citronellol, geraniol, and linalool levels, ensuring the oil meets industry standards before it leaves the farm.