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Journal : Journal of Applied Agricultural Science and Technology

The Impact of Withering Pre-Processing and Distillation Durations on Yield and Quality of Citronella Oil Ahmad, Usman; Dentaka, Dentaka; Krah, Courage Y.
Journal of Applied Agricultural Science and Technology Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): Journal of Applied Agricultural Science and Technology
Publisher : Green Engineering Society

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55043/jaast.v9i2.397

Abstract

The global essential oil market is expanding rapidly, driven by demand from the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food industries. This has positioned Indonesia as a key producer and exporter of citronella essential. However, inconsistent processing methods lead to variable quality and suboptimal oil yields. This study addresses this gap by investigating how withering duration (0-72 hours) and distillation time (2-4 hours) affect yield and quality of distilled oil from Cymbopogon nardus (Mahapengiri variety). The results show that the highest oil yield (1.14%) was achieved with 72 hours of withering followed by 4 hours of distillation, demonstrating that prolonged withering significantly enhances extraction efficiency by reducing moisture content and facilitating oil release from plant cells. Quality assessments revealed that extended processing improved key physical parameters, including density (0.8897 g/cm³) and refractive index (1.4694), which conformed to Indonesian export standards (SNI 06-3953-1995). Chemical analysis using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) indicated that optimal processing conditions increased the concentrations of citronellal (43.24%) and geraniol (21.73%), critical compounds that enhance the oil’s market value. However, longer distillation times also intensified the oil’s color, shifting it from clear to a deep yellow, which may influence consumer preference despite meeting industry chromatic standards. The study highlights the trade-offs between yield, quality, and visual characteristics in citronella oil production. These findings provide actionable insights for Indonesian producers aiming to optimize post-harvest techniques and improve the competitiveness of citronella oil in global markets.
Co-Authors . Asmirah . Sabihah . Yulianingsih Abdul Kadir Abdul Malik Iskandar Adi Sutrisno Ahiruddin Ahiruddin Ali Djamhuri Ardiansyah, Nike Aris Purwanto Armansyah H. Tambunan Arshiya Subhani Asmiatiningsih, Sri Azus, Faidah Baskara Edi Nugraha Christina Winarti Dedy Wirawan Soedibyo Dentaka, Dentaka Desrial Diding Suhandy Dwi Dian Novita Dwi Pamungkas Bermani Efi Toding Tondok Eko Heri Purwanto Emmy Darmawati Enrico Syaefullah Evi Savitri Iriani Fahim Muchammad Taqi Fahmi Riadi Fajar Kurniawan Fajar Kurniawan Firdaus, Jonni Hadi K Purwadaria Haeril, Haeril HALIM, HARIFUDDIN handayani, yossi Hani Fildzah Nadya Harifuddin Harifuddin, Harifuddin Hendra Hendra I Dewa Made Subrata I Wayan Budiastra Iftikhar Alam Khan Imam, Sadrul Iman Sabarisman Inge Scorpi Tulliza Iptidaiyah, Muhamad Jati Sumarto Putro Jonni Firdaus Junaidin, Junaidin Khalimatus Sa'diyah Krah, Courage Y. Kudang Boro Seminar Lilik Pujantoro Lilik Pujantoro Eko Nugroho Lu’lu’i Zulaikho Lydia Ariani Mar'atus Sholihah Mardison Suhil Meika Wahyuni Azrita Meivie Lintang Mohamad Rafi Mohamad Rahmad Suhartanto Mohammad Irfan Monika Marpaung Mudho Saksono Muhammad Masdar Muhammad Sudirman Akili Muhammad Yusuf Antu MUHAMMAD YUSUF ANTU Nanda Supriana Nanda Wisha Ranawati Nelwan, Leopold Oscar nFN Sarastuti nFN Sutrisno nFN Sutrisno Nijma Nurfadila Nijma Nurfadila Nikmatul Hidayah Nofiyanti, Sri Handayani Novita Sari Nugraha Edhi S Nugraha Edhi Suyatma Nur Rahma Refilia Nurlaila Nurlaila Putri Wulandari Zainal Putri, Irriwad Rizka Wildani Rokhani Hasbullah Rosyid Ridho Rudy Tjahjohutomo Samsudin Samsudin - Samsudin Samsudin Samsudin Samsudin Saputri, Diah Ega Sarastuti Sarastuti Sarastuti, Sarastuti Selvi Marcellia Siregar, Gokma Ampetua Siti Mariana Widayanti Sjahrul Annas Slamet Ari Dwi Ratnanto Slamet Widodo Slamet Widodo Sri Lestari Sri Widowati Suci Rahmi Sukrisno Widyotomo Suroso . Sut risno Sutrisno Sutrisno - Sutrisno . Sutrisno . Sutrisno Sutrisno Syamsuddin Syamsuddin Tasrif Tasrif Verra Mellyana Waqif Agusta Wawan Hermawan Wendianing Putri Luketsi Yusianto Yusianto