Name:  Eucalyptus oil, China aka Blue Gum

Species:  Eucalyptus globulus (Eucalyptus) Oil

Plant Part:  Leaf

Extraction Method:  Steam Distilled

Country of Origin:  China

Colour:  Clear

Note:  Top

Strength of Aroma:  Strong

Aromatic Description:  Eucalyptus oil, China has a clean, camphoraceous scent with nostril opening intensity. Exceptionally good for blending with other camphor-type oils like rosemary. It has a high cineol content and significant amounts of pinene, cymene, phellandrene and terpinene. 

Blends well with: chamomile, grapefruit, juniper, lavender, lemon, thyme, cedarwood, pine, various mint essential oils. 

Safety precautions:  Eucalyptus Oil is very toxic when taken orally (no essential oil should be taken internally without the guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner).  Avoid with high blood pressure and epilepsy.

Common Uses:   Arthritis, bronchitis, catarhh, cold sores, colds, coughing, fever, flu, poor circulation, sinusitis. 

Other information:   

Biochemicals:  (to come)

Class:  Oxide

CAS#:  8000-48-4