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The Pelargonium genus, comprising various flowering plants commonly known as geraniums, is renowned for its essential oils, which have gathered significant attention for their aromatic and therapeutic properties. In this review, we summarize the current knowledge on the essential-oil composition of plant species within the genus Pelargonium. The review includes available data on the chemical composition of essential oils isolated from various plant organs, oil yields, odor characteristics, and the percentage of identified components, with highlighted composition variations based on geographical origin, environmental conditions, and extraction methods. Tables comparing the chemical composition are included for essential oils that underwent multiple analyses, while the structures of the major essential oil constituents are provided.
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