Eucalyptus (Blue gum)


Botanical Name: Eucalyptus globulus
Family: Myrtaceae
Country: Spain
Parts Used: Leaves/Steam distillation
Biochemical Class: Ketone oxide
Fragrance: Piercing, camphoraceous, woody
Perfume Note: Top
Characteristics: Balancing, clearing, refreshing, stimulating
Properties: Analgesic, antifungal (candida), anti-infectious,
Indications/Uses
Cardio-Vascular: Poor circulation, swollen glands
Digestive:
Endocrine:
Genito-Urinary: Inflammations, infections (E. coli), cystitis, thrush, leucorrhea, vesicle catarrh, urethritis, vaginitis
Immune: Colds, flu, chicken pox, measles, cholera, malaria, typhus, scarlet fever, roseola, immune stimulant (enhances effect gamma & beta globulins/reduces alpha globulins)
Integumentary: Burns, blisters, cuts, herpes, insect bites/stings, lice, skin infections, dermatitis (candida/bacterial), wounds, oxygenates skin
Muscular-Skeletal: Aches, pains, sprains, rheumatoid arthritis, rheumatism
Nervous: Debility, headaches, neuralgia, stress
Respiratory: Asthma, pulmonary tissue regenerative, chronic bronchitis, catarrh, coughs, sinusitis, flu, throat infections, pneumonia, deep lung infections
Emotional: Confusion, lack of concentration
Chakra: Heart #4, Throat #5, Brow #6
Usage Notes
Method of Use: Inhalation, massage, compress, sauna, bath, spritz
Cautions: Internally, small amounts can be fatal, avoid application near infants - can cause glottal spasms, not compatable with homeopathic treatment