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We started planning the Aroma Trip in 2018 to create an immersive experience that showcases the region’s breathtaking landscapes and rich plant diversity. Between 2018 and 2024, we conducted smaller trips with a few participants, refining the experience. The first official Aroma Trip took place from October 19-27, 2024, with 23 aromatherapy professionals from China.… Continue reading Aroma Trip: A Journey into Sustainable Essential Oil Practices

Wintergreen, or Gaultheria fragrantissima, is a prized aromatic plant that thrives in Nepal’s high-altitude regions, ranging from 1,400 to 2,800 meters. Our main production areas of wintergreen are located in the central and eastern regions, where the impact of heavy rainfall was most significant. In 2024, these areas experienced 143 landslides caused by intense rainfall,… Continue reading

IMPACT OF DEVASTATING RAINFALL IN WINTERGREEN PRODUCTION OF NEPAL

A Rare and Remarkable Gift from the Himalayas At Annapurna Aroma, we are proud to offer Mad Honey, a rare product harvested from the cliffs of Solukhumbu, Nepal, home to Mt. Everest. Made by the Himalayan giant honeybee (Apis dorsata laboriosa) from Rhododendron nectar during Jestha (May and June), this honey is valued for its… Continue reading Mad Honey by Annapurna Aroma: Supporting Sustainable Livelihoods

DESCRIPTION Botanical Name: Abies spectabilis (D.Don) mirb Distillation part of plant: Needles Main Constituents: Pinene Local Name: Gobre Sallo Family: Pinaceae Altitude: 2800-4000 meters Sourcing: Wild-crafted Production Month: August – November Production: Contracted community forest groups Distillation: Steam distillation Sustainability and Impact on Local communities Himalayan Silver Fir has provided a sustainable income source for… Continue reading Market Report On Himalayan Silver Fir (Abies spectabilis)

Rhododendron holds significant importance in Nepal. One of the species of Rhododendron is the national flower of Nepal and it is also a symbol of cultural significance in the Buddhist community. Rhododendron grows in high places, like in Solukhumbu, which is between 3000 to 4800m. Rhododendron has multiple uses, the ariel part of the flower… Continue reading

MARKET REPORT OF RHODODENDRON(Rhododendron anthopogon)

About Jatamansi Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi, syn. N. grandiflora), commonly named as Spikenard is one of Nepal’s most commercially valuable and utilized species of medicinal plants. The Nardostachys jatamansi is listed in CITES Appendix II in 1997 and it is critically endangered category of IUCN Red list. It is banned in export outside the country except… Continue reading

CURRENT MARKET SCENARIO OF JATAMANSI(Nardostachys grandiflora)

Embark on a sensory escapade like no other with AromaTrip, where we extend a warm invitation to explore the captivating realm of aromatic plants and essential oils nestled in the heart of Nepal. Our immersive journeys offer a distinctive amalgamation of culture, nature, and well-being, providing an opportunity to uncover the abundant heritage of Nepal’s… Continue reading

INVITATION TO AROMA-TRIP TO NEPAL

Turmeric Fresh root is found abundantly in Nepal. Turmeric is mostly used by pharmaceuticals and cosmetic industries as it is known for its anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, anti-fungal, and anti-allergic qualities. Nepalese household use turmeric to treat sprains, swelling as well as allergies. Turmeric Fresh Root are harvested annually for their rhizomes, and some of those rhizomes… Continue reading

Market Report of Turmeric Fresh Root Oil (Curcuma longa)(2023/024)

The shrubs of wintergreen are special for a number of reasons, they grow throughout the year regardless of the season or weather conditions. Wintergreen in Nepal is mainly gathered from the wild, making it organic in nature. As it is an all-season shrub, it can be collected throughout the year by the collectors, which has… Continue reading

Market Report of Wintergreen Oil (Gaultheria fragrantissima)(2023/024)

Juniper (Juniperus Communis) is an evergreen shrub that is found in the mountainous region of Nepal mainly Solukhumbu. Juniper is popular for its berries as well as leaves all around the world. Juniperus communis essential oils come in two varieties: Juniper berry essential oil and Juniper leaf essential oil. This was not always the case… Continue reading

Market Report of JUNIPER Oil (Juniperus communis)(2023/024)