Characteristics
A colorless liquid, yellow on aging, with a somewhat harsh, camphoraceous scent and woody
undertone. A beautiful, tall, evergreen tree, up to 295 feet high. The young trees have
bluish green oval leaves while the mature trees develop long, narrow, yellowish leaves,
creamy white flowers, and a smooth, pale gray bark often covered with a white powder.
Aromatherapy and Skin Care
Burns, blisters, cuts, herpes, insect bites, insect repellent, lice, skin infections,
wounds, muscular aches and pains, poor circulation, rheumatoid arthritis, sprains, asthma,
bronchitis, catarrh, coughs, sinusitis, throat infections, chickenpox, colds, epidemics,
flu, measles, analgesic, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral,
decongestant, deodorant, diuretic, expectorant, parasiticide, stimulant
Extraction
Essential oil by steam distillation from the fresh or partially dried leaves and young
twigs.
Blends Well With
Thyme, Rosemary, Lavender, Marjoram, Pine, Cedarwood, Lemon
Cautions
Externally non-toxic, non-irritant (in dilution), non-sensitizing. When taken internally,
eucalyptus oil is toxic and as little as 3.5ml has been reported as fatal. |
