Rue Essentail Oil

Rue Essential Oil

Bold, herbaceous, and unmistakably powerful, Dreaming Earth Botanicals’ Rue Essential Oil is steam distilled from the leaves and stems of Ruta graveolens sourced from Spain. With a strong medicinal edge and a slightly spicy green aroma, Rue has a long-standing place in traditional folk practices—often associated with purification, protection, and energetic clearing.

This is an intensely potent essential oil. A little goes a very long way, and it should always be used sparingly and with great care.

Botanical Name: Ruta graveolens
Origin: Spain
Aroma: Strong, herbaceous, slightly spicy, medicinal
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled
Source: Leaves & stems
Color / Consistency: Yellowish to green; medium viscosity

Main Chemical Components:
2-undecanone, 2-nonanone, methyl nonyl ketone, limonene, alpha-pinene

Why You’ll Love It

Grounding Aromatherapy
Used in very small amounts, Rue can bring a steadying, clarifying feel to a space.

Traditional Use + Energetic Clearing
Historically valued for protective and purifying applications in folk traditions and ritual work.

Natural Insect Deterrent
Often included (conservatively) in outdoor blends designed to discourage pests.

How to Use

Diffusion: Use sparingly in a well-ventilated area.
Topical: Must be heavily diluted in a carrier oil before use.
Home Use: Add in very small amounts to natural insect-repellent blends (use conservatively).

Packaging

Bottled in amber glass to protect freshness and potency (dropper or reducer cap depending on size).

Cautions

Rue essential oil is highly potent and should be used with extreme care.

• Do not use undiluted on skin

• Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding

• May cause skin sensitivity—patch test before use

• Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes

• Keep out of reach of children and pets

• For external use only