DESCRIPTION
Eucalyptus is a different genus of flowering trees in the myrtle family, Myrtaceae. It is an extensive source of wood and its oil is used for cleaning and functions as a natural insecticide. Further, it can also be used to drain swamps thus reducing the risk of malaria.
COMMON NAMES
Eucalyptus, Corymbia and Angophora
BLENDS WITH:
This oil normally blends well with benzoin, thyme, lavender, lemongrass, lemon and pine.
CONSTITUENTS
The main chemical components are a-pinene, b-pinene, a-phellandrene, 1,8-cineole, limonene, terpinen-4-ol, aromadendrene, epiglobulol, piperitone and globulol.
USES
Owing its properties of fast growth, this tree is mainly used for its wood and has various desirable features for use as ornament, timber, firewood and pulpwood. It is also used in a number of industries, from making fence posts to charcoal and cellulose extraction for biofuels.
These Oils are awesome. I have received surplus compliments from my guests who have fed themselves on the edibles......Steve Johnson - England
