The Eucalyptus Herb
The Eucalyptus Herb LATIN AND BOTANTICAL NAMES Eucalyptus globules COMMON AND OTHER NAMES Blue Gum, Tasmanian Blue Gum, Australian Fever Tree, Fever Tree, Gum Tree, Red Gum,Stringy Bark Tree GENERAL DESCRITPION AND INFORMATION Eucalyptus is native to Australia states of New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania, but is cultivated in warm climates around the world and is used extensively as an ornamental tree in California. There are more than 300 species of Eucalyptus trees. A Ecualyptus tree can grow to be from 150 to 200 feet tall. Some of these impressive trees can grow to 300 feet tall. Ecualyptus is an evergreen tree with creamy white shedding bark and rounded, bluish-green juvenile leaves but narrow, lanced shaped adult leaves. It has large, cream-colored flowers are followed by globe-shaped, woody fruits. Australian Aborigines have used the Eucalyptus herb in their medicine tradition for millennia,using the trees’ bark, leaves, oils, and resins as remedies for a variety of aliments. In theIndian Ayurvedic tradition, it is used as a mild expectorant, and topically for headaches andcolds. Eucalyptus oil is used in many ways: * added to baths for aromatherapy * to humidifiers for inhalation for asthma and colds * to mouthwashes and gargles for sore throats * topically applications to heal wounds and fungal infections Eucalyptus Oil is even given to horses with influenza, dogs with distemper, and to animals with septicaemia. TARGET AILMENTS AND CONDITIONS Use externally for: * athletic performance * chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) * allergies * muscle soreness * bruises * minor cuts * insects bites * arthritis and rheumatism * skin rashes and ulcers * chest rub for coughs * typhoid * scarlet * genital herpes Use as an inhalant in an extremely dilute form for: * common cold * asthma * influenza * bronchitis * whooping cough * respiratory illnesses * sore throat * sinsusitis Eucalyptus macrorryncha, a closely related plant, is a good source of rutin, a bioflavonoidwidely recommended for strengthening blood vessels. PREPARATIONS AND DOSAGE The Eucalyptus herb is available in tincture, liquid extract, syrup, tea, and essential oil.It is important to follow directions when using Eucalyptus, as overdosing is possible. Part Used: Bark, leaves, essential oil Collection: Leaves can be harvested anytime of the year and distilled for their oil. Constituents: Cineole, pinene, taxifolin, quercetrin, eriodictyol, rhamnetin, myrtenol Actions: Anti-bacterial, anti-viral, antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, aromatic, anti-periodic, aromatherapy, expectorant, decongestant, antioxidant, stimulant, hypoglycemic Combinations: A combined infusion of Eucalyptus, Lavender, and Red Clover flowers can be used to make a skin-healing ointment. SAFETY AND INTERACTION INFORMATION Serious: * Taken internally, Eucalyptus oil is highly poisonous. * Never apply Eucalyptus oil directly to the nostrils or take it internally. * People with liver disease or digestive problems should never use Eucalyptus. * It is important to follow directions when using Eucalyptus, as overdosing is possible. * It is best to consult with a physician for use of Eucalyptus essential oil internally.* Do not use this essential oil without the guidance of a qualified physician. * Not recommended for use by young children.
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