Medicinal Plant Virtual Tour - GRAPEFRUIT

  Citrus x paradisi        |        Rutaceae       |       grapefruit  

Medicinal Properties:

The oils are used in aromatherapy massage to reduce abdominal subcutaneous fat. The fruits are high in vitamin C and can lower blood cholesterol levels. The juice prevents oxidative stress by raising liver antioxidant enzymes. Consult a doctor before taking statin drugs due to possible interactions in the liver.

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Additional Resources to Explore:

• Link to the Campus Arboretum Species Description page
• Link to the Campus Arboretum Medicinal Plants page (for booklet, self-guided campus tours, or docent led tour information)