Eucalyptus, Lemon Essential Oil
Botanical Name: Eucalyptus citriodora
Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distilled
Parts Used: Leaves and twigs
Note Classification: Top
Aroma: Strong, fresh, citronella-like, sweet balsamic undertone
Largest Producing Countries: Australia, Brazil, and China
Traditional Use: Used as a fragrance component (in place of E. globulus) in soaps, detergents and perfumes; also used in room sprays and insect repellants.
Properties: Antibiotic, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antiviral, bactericidal, calmative, deodorant, expectorant, fungicidal, insecticide, pectoral, and vulnerary.
Benefits: Arthritis, asthma, athlete’s foot and other fungal infections, bacterial skin infections, candida, chest infections, chickenpox, colds, cuts, cystitis, dandruff, fevers, herpes, infectious disease, insect repellent, laryngitis, measles, rheumatism, scabs, sore throat, sores, and wounds.
Blends Well With: Basil, black pepper, cedarwood, clary sage, clove, cypress, other eucalyptus oils, frankincense, geranium, ginger, juniper, lavender, marjoram, orange, peppermint, pine, ravensara, rosemary, sage, tea tree, thyme linalool, vetiver, and ylang ylang.
Of Interest: During the last century it was regarded as a good insect repellent, especially for cockroaches and silverfish. The wood is used in situations requiring strength and flexibility, such as the bottom of carriages, ship building, bridge constructions, flooring, handles of shovels and picks, etc.
Safety Data: Not compatible with homeopathic treatment. Non-toxic, non-irritant, possible sensitization in some individuals. Its use while pregnant is not recommended.