Eucalyptus Essential Oil is one of the most commonly used essential oils. It is fresh, clean and sharp. It is commonly added to sore muscle ointments, to reduce inflammation and increase circulation. It is used as a decongestant and as an antiseptic in steam baths and in saunas to kill germs and open breathing passages. Eucalyptus is awakening, has an antiviral effect and immune system boosting characteristics.
EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS (BLUE GUM), Eucalyptus globulus (Plant Family: Myrtaceae)
Type of plant: Fast-growing tree that can grow to over 300 feet with a smooth, whitish-blue bark, long, silver-green, sickle-shaped leaves, and large white or cream-colored flowers
Part used: Leaves and twigs
Method of extraction: Steam distillation
Therapeutic properties: Analgesic, anthelmintic, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-infectious,
anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anti putrescent, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antiviral, expectorant, febrifuge, pectoral
Therapeutic uses: Respiratory infection, bronchitis, infectious disease, fever, catarrh, sinusitis, fever, muscular aches and pains, rheumatism, arthritis, urinary infection, cystitis, parasitic infection
Blends well with: Basil linalol, black pepper; cedarwood, chamomile german, cypress, elemi, fragonia, frankincense, geranium, ginger, immortelle, juniper berry, lavandin, lemon, manuka, peppermint, rosemary, tangerine, thyme linalol
Precautionary advice: Eucalyptus radiata is preferable for use with seniors and those con-
valescing. Avoid during pregnancy and while breast-feeding.
