Tea Tree
Botanical Name : Melaleuca Alternifolia
Family : Myrtaceae
Synonyms : Ti Tree, Narrow Leaved Paperbark Tea Tree
Safety Data : Non-toxic, Non-irritant, Possible sensitization in some individuals
Extraction : Steam distillation from the leaves and twigs
Herbal/Folk Tradition
The properties and uses of Tea Tree is based on a long history of use by the aboriginal community in Australia. The name is derived from its' local use as a herbal tea remedy.
Characteristics Of Tea Tree Essential Oil
- Oil is a pale yellow-green or water white liquid
- Blends well with lavender, clary sage, rosemary, geranium, oakmoss, pine and many spice oils especially clove and nutmeg
- Tea Tree oil has a warm, fresh, spicy-camphoraceous odour
Actions : Anit-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, anitviral, bactericidial, balsamic, diaphorectic, expectorant, fungicidial, parasiticide, vulnerary
Aromatherapy Use : Skin Care, Respiratory System, Genito-urinary, Immune System
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