Cyperus scariosus, also known in English as cypriol and in Hindi as Nagarmotha, is a plant of the Cyperaceae family, that grows wild in the Madhya Pradesh region of India. It is highly prized in India for its roots and is used in aromatherapy, as a perfume and for many other purposes. 

Nagarmotha (Cypriol) Essential Oil

Woody, deep, with smoky notes of leather. Adds a distinctive and interesting note to masculine or unisex perfumes.

Nagarmotha, also known as Cyperus or Cypriol essential oil, is of Indian origin. It is steam distilled from the roots of Cyperus, a sedge plant (not to be confused with the Cypress tree).

Cypriol oil has decongestative abilities.

It is used to cure diarrhea and problematic digestive problems. It is also very helpful in mucus, scanty periods and scabies.

This essential oil is an effective oil to kill intestinal worms. It can work as a general tonic and nerve binder; promotes uterine contractions and can bind stools if you have an upset tummy.

Cypriol oil works well against anorexia, intestinal bleeding and non-specific colitis too. This oil is used in other illnesses like skin diseases, fever, rheumatoid arthritis , gout and other uric acid related illnesses, general debility, painful menstruation, kidney stones and fibromyalgia.

This plant can be used in paste form on skin related ailments. It can help relieve itching. It can also improve eyesight and be used in eye related ailments. Cypriol oil is used in perfumes and in incense sticks. In powder form, cypriol is used in epilepsy and psychosis along with maintaining a normal body temperature.