Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Eucalyptus Essential Oil

 10 ml

Latin Name: Eucalyptus globulu

Family: Myrtaceae

Also known as: Gum tree, blue gum, stringy bark, fever tree, Tasmanian blue gum.

Distribution: Native to Australia and Tasmania, eucalyptus is now cultivated in Spain, Portugal, Brazil, Russia, USA, and China.

Extraction: Steam distillation of fresh or partly dried leaves.

Characteristics: Eucalyptus is a colorless or pale yellow, thin liquid with a slightly oily feel. It has a distinctive camphoraceous aroma.

Actions: Analgesic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti rheumatic, antiseptic, antiviral, astringent, decongest, deodorant, diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, hypoglycemic, rubefacient, & vulnerary.

Uses: Eucalyptus is recommended for headaches, neuralgia, as a decongestant for colds and catarrh. Also as an inhalation for flu, sinusitis, and bronchitis. It also relieves muscle aches and pains, burns, blisters, cuts, and insect bites.

Perfumery: Eucalyptus is a top note with a high odor intensity. It blends well with basil, benzoin, cedarwood, frankincense, juniper, lavender, lemon, thyme, marjoram, rosemary, pine, & thyme.

Principal constituents: The main constituent is 1,8-cineole (65-80%), also known as eucalyptol. Eucalyptol is an oxide with expectorant properties. It also contains alpha-pinene, limonene, terpinene, and other minor constituents.

Interesting facts: The name "eucalyptus" is derived from the Greek words " eu"' meaning well, and "kalipto" meaning covered. This refers to the cup-like structure covering the bud.

Eucalyptus trees are very fast-growing and produce a very hard and heavy wood. The oil can oxidize, so it should be stored in the smallest container possible for the amount you have.

Everyday uses: Soak washcloths and sponges in water with 1 drop of eucalyptus.

Add 3 teaspoons to hot water to scrub floors. Use 3 drops in water to clean trash cans.   Add 1-2 drops to the cardboard inside of a toilet roll to deodorize.

Contraindications: Eucalyptus oil is contraindicated with homeopathics. It is non-toxic, non-irritant (in small doses and dilution), and non-sensitizing. Do not take internally.