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EUCALYPTUS
(E. globulus)
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PROPAGATION: By seed. Tender perennial tree (quite large) native to Australia. A compact form is available and suitable for pot planting (E.g. 'compacta')
NEEDS: Full sun. Pot grown in north.
HARVEST: Leaves.

USES

MEDICINAL:
Expectorant, decongestant, antiseptic and deodorant. Has been used for problems of the respiratory system.
Primary use has been in inhalation therapy and combined with other herbs for cold remedies.
Oil of eucalytus has been used in diffuser, sauna, inhalation, massage, bath, and for sinus infection.
Has been used as a decongestant in salve and ointment form.

DYE:
Leaves gathered in fall give a red color if boiled 2 hours. (NOTE: Because of strong odor - boil OUTSIDE.)

AROMATHERAPY:
Considered revigorating and balancing.



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