Eucalyptus Citriodora (Eucalyptus citriodora)
Country of Origin China
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Description of Scent
A strong fresh citronella like odour with a sweet balsamic undertone.
History
There are over 600 species of Eucalyptus.
All species of eucalyptus leaves have been used in traditional Aboriginal bush medicine for thousands of years. Infusions made of lemon eucalyptus (Citriodora) leaves were taken internally to reduce fevers and ease gastric conditions, applied externally as a wash for the analgesic, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties. Aborigines would make leaves into a poultice and apply them to ease joint pain , this was also reported to speed up healing, skin conditions, wounds and infections.
Respiratory infections, colds and sinus congestion were treated by inhaling the vapours of steamed leaves, also used to help treat rheumatism the leaves were made into beds or used in steam pits heated by fire. The therapeutic qualities of the leaves and its essential oil were eventually introduced and integrated into many traditional medicine systems, including Chinese, Indian Ayurvedic and Greco-European
Extraction Method
Steam Distillation
Constituents
Cineole, Pinene, Cymene.
Properties
Analgesic, Anti-Neuralgic, Anti-Rheumatic, Particularly Antiseptic. Antispasmodic, Balsamic (Soothes Coughs), Cicatrisant, Deodorant, Diuretic, Expectorant, Febrifuge, Hypoglycaemiant, Mucolytic, Stimulant, Vermifuge, Vulnerary.
Contraindications
Take Care With Sensitive Skin, Not For Use On Babies Or Small Children. Store Away From Homoeopathic Remedies.
General
A powerful fungicidal and bactericidal, means that it may help treat conditions like athlete’s foot. It also may help respiratory conditions such as asthma, sinusitis, phlegm, coughs and colds, as well easing sore throats and laryngitis. diffusing, eucalyptus citriodora oil helps to revive and refresh, yet is also calming to the mind. It also makes an excellent insect repellent and can be used alone or in blends
Blends well with basil, cedarwood, clary sage, coriander, juniper berry, lavender, marjoram, melissa, peppermint, pine, rosemary, thyme and vetiver
Safety
DILUTE TO 5% OR LESS IN A CARRIER OIL BEFORE SKIN APPLICATION. KEEP OUT OF EYES. DO NOT SWALLOW.
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