Optimisation of distillation process parameters for extraction of Tay Giang citronella essential oil by direct steam distillation method

Abstract

In Vietnam, there were several research on essential oil extraction from citronella leaves by direct steam distillation. However, most studies focused on the
effects of temperature, pressure, and distillation time on essential oil yield, mainly aiming to reduce distillation time with little attention to the chemical composition of the citronella oil obtained...