Cajeput Oil

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Botanical Name - Melaleuca minor

Common Method of Extraction - Steam distillation

Parts Used - Leaves and twigs

Panuba Bay, Malaysia

Note Classification - Top

Aroma - Strong, slightly sweet, camphoraceous, medicinal.

Largest Producing Countries - Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Java, and Australia

Traditional Use - It is known for producing a sensation of warmth and quickening the pulse. In Australia the crushed leaves and twigs have been applied directly to relieve aches and pains.

Properties - Analgesic, antibacterial, antimicrobial, antineuralgic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, diaphoretic, expectorant, febrifuge, insecticide, sudorific, tonic, vulnerary.

Benefits - Arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, catarrh, colds, coughs, cystitis, flu, insect bites, muscular aches and pains, oily skin, sinusitis, sore throat, urinary infection, viral infections. Cajeput can be used similar to eucalyptus during cold season. Add it to a diffuser to disinfect the air, and clear congestion.

Blends Well With - Clary sage, geranium, lavender, marjoram, oakmoss, pine, rosemary, spice oils, ylang ylang.

Safety Data - Cajeput oil is non-toxic and non-sensitizing. It may irritate the skin in high concentration and when it is not diluted. This oil should not be used when pregnant.

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