Eucalyptus trees constitute
about three quarters of the bushlands of Australia giving the
Australian Bush a fresh clean fragrance. Most other countries
eucalypts derive from seeds from the Australian trees.
The Eucalyptus (often referred to as Gum trees) belong to the
Myrtaceae family. The genus Eucalyptus being derived from the
Greek "eu"-"well" and "kalypto" -
"I cover", referring to the cap that covers the flower
bud. There are over 500 species of eucalyptus and although all
have oil in their leaves the quality and quantity of the oil
extracted varies. Only about 10 species produce sufficient oil
for commercial production.
Soon after the arrival of the "First Fleet" to
Australia in 1788, Botanists discovered the fragrance of the
essential oil derived from the leaves of the tree. The first
commercial production of the eucalyptus oil extract from the
crushed leaves began with the establishment of a rudimentary
still by Joseph Bosito, a Yorkshire pharmacist, in 1851 at
Dandenong Creek in Victoria. The success of this first enterprise
lead to the development of other distilleries nearby. Initially
sales of the Bosito's eucalyptus oil was restricted to local
markets but eventually overseas interest lead to the first
exports to England in 1865. Felton Grimwade and Company became
the exclusive distributors of Bosito's Eucalyptus Oil which sold
under the "Parrot Brand" label. By the 1900's
Eucalyptus Oil was being exported from Australia to all over the
world. 
Currently several species of Eucalyptus are used for medicinal
and commercial oil production. These include Eucalyptus
polybractea, globulus, radiata and citriodora. Of these
Eucalyptus polybractea, commonly known as "Blue Mallee"
best lends itself to mechanical harvesting. With good yield of
cineole oil of excellent quality is the major source of
Australian eucalyptus oil today. The species grows well thoughout
Victoria and southern NSW and has recently been introduced into
Western Australia where it is being extensively used to control
salinity in the water tables. The yield of crude oil from this
species is around 80-88% cineole content.
Most of the Australian eucalyptus oil today is produced from this
speies in the Inglewood and Wedderbury districts of Victoria. The
trees only grows to waist height before being harvested every 2
years. Harvesting of the leaves enhances regrowth of the trees.
The oil is removed from the leaves by a process of steam
distillation. Upon condensation the oil and water mixture is
separated and the oil extract is redistilled to remove
impurities. The spent leaves and twigs are used as mulch. The oil
derived from the mallee by this process has a characteristic
strong and full eucalyptus odor characteristic of the cineole
oil. Other species produce a similar yet unique eucalyptus aroma.
Eucalyptus oil is a truly
wonderful product. It can relieve the symptoms of colds and flu,
sore throat, hacking cough and stuffy nose. It helps clear the
nasal passages to enable free breathing. The oil can be mixed
with other carrier oils such as Baby oil, vegetable oil, jojaba
oil or almond oil to provide massage relief to aching joints and
muscles. The oil has strong antiseptic and germacidal
disinfectant properties and can be used as both deodorizer and
santitizer. The oil can be used as an insect repellent for and
for the relief of insect bites. The oil is used as a cleaning
solvent, spot remover and penetrant. Used in the wash it helps
freshen the clothes. We have compiled around 101 uses for this
magical product. To order pure Australian Eucalyptus oil in the
USA click on the ORDER button above.
HEAD COLDS FLU and CHEST CONGESTION.
* Pour 15-20 drops of Eucalyptus oil into a bowl
of steaming hot water. Cover your head with a towel and inhale
the vapors.
* A personal steam vaporizer inhaler can also be used with
smaller amounts of oil and water used. 
* Sprinkle a few drops onto a hankerchief and inhale to help
clear the nasal passages.
* Place a few drops on the washcloth when showering to allow the
hot water to release the vapors.
* Make an atomizer sprayer by mixing 1 part oil to 100 parts
water in a fine mist spray bottle (eg. 1 teaspoon eucalyptus oil
to 1 pint of water).(An old clean household spray bottle can be
used).
* Mix equal parts oil with Baby oil and gently massage the chest,
neck and back to help relieve chest congestion.
* Mix a few drops with VICKs VAPORUB (R) to rub on chest or under
the nose.
* Add 1-2 teaspoons of oil to a hot water vaporizer or cold air
humidifier to help assist breathing.
* Add 1-2 teaspoons to a palstic water trough placed above a
ciculating hot water or forced air heating system to allow the
vapors to fill the air.
SORE THROATS
* A Gargle with warm Salt Water and a drop or two
of Eucalytptus Oil will help ease the pain of a sore throat. * a
few drops in a glass of water can also be used as a mouthwash and
rinse (avoid swallowing).
MUSCLE ACHES AND PAINS
* Eucalyptus oil can be used mixed with other oils
such as Baby Oil, Almond Oil or Jojoba Oil to use as a massaging
liniment to relieve aches and pains of muscle stiffness, soreness
or cramping.
* The same mix can be used on joints, tendons, and ligaments to
help relieve symptoms of arthritis, rheumatism, fibrositis, and
sore tendons.
* The same oil mix can be used as a muscle toner to massage the
muscles before a workout or jog.
AROMATHERAPY
BATHS, SPAS, HOT TUBS and JACUZZIS
* Add 1-2 teaspoons to the Bath, Jacuzzi, Spa or
Hot Tub water to enjoy a fresh invigorating aromatic experience.
The gently fine champagne like bubbles will fill the air with an
invigorating aroma that will relax and revitalize the senses.
*The oil will help moisturize the skin.
SAUNAS* Eucalyptus oil can be used in either wet or dry
saunas and steam room to provide an invigorating aromatic
experience. A word of CAUTION the oil should not be applied
directly to hot coals or stones as it is flammable. Dilute 1 part
oil to 100 parts water and use in a spray bottle as described.
Spray onto the walls and into the air not on the hot coals. * The
eucalypt/water mix can be placed in the water trough over the hot
stones to allow for vaporization.
HOME AIR FRESHENER
* Add equl parts water and oil to refill a used Plug-in GLADE(R)
or WIZARD (R) Brand Scented Oil Air Freshner. Plug the unit into
a houshold socket and adjust the vent to allow for vapor
dispersement.
*Add the same mix to a candle based aroma or inscence vase. (Do
not apply any direct flame as the oil is infammable.)
* Add 1 -2 teaspoons to water of Vaporizer or Humidifier when in
use during Winter months.
* Soak used Airfresher wicks with Euclytpus oil to reuse as air
fresheners in the bathroom etc.
FOOT BATHS
Foot Baths can be prepared by adding 1 teaspoon to the warm water
of a foot bath to provide excellent relief to tired aching feet.
SCALP MASSAGE.and HAIR TREATMENT
* A few drops of eucalyptus oil either applied
directly to the scalp or * mixed with shampoo can be used to
stimulate the blood flow to the hair and help revitalize dull or
shedding hair.
FACE ANF BODY CARE
*A few drops of Eucalyptus Oil can be added to your favorite
Skin Cleansing Cream , Soap Cleanser, Facial scrub, Skin
Moisturizer etc.
CUTS, SCRAPES and BRUISES
* Dilute Essential oils including Eucalyptus and Tea Tree Oil
are good at cleaning, relieving pain and preventing infection to
help promote healing of cuts and scrapes. A good solution of 10
drops Eucalyptus oil, 20 drops of tea tree oil mixed in 100 ml of
water placed in a spritzer bottle an be used to clean affected
skin areas, ease the pain and promote healing.
INSECT BITES AND REPELLENT.
* Eucalyptus oil provides quick relief from the pain of insect
bites from mosquitos, noseeums, fleas, sand flies and other
biting bugs. Just rub a small amount of the pure oil onto the
swollen area of the bite.
* Neat or mixed with Canola oil, Eucalyptus oil can be used as a
insect repellent. Blend into 100ml canola oil with 30 drops
eucalyptus oil,10 drops of basil oil and 10 drops of citronella
oil. Rub over exposed area. .
* A few drops sprinkled on a cloth an placed on the floor may
help keep bugs away from food or refrigerators.
* As Eucalyptus oil burns like kerosene it can be used in
Kerosene lamps neat or mixed with kerosene to keep flying insects
away.
* Eucalyptus oil added to hair shampoos can help prevent head
lice.
*Sprayed inside leggings od waders to ward off leeches.
GARDEN SPRAY and USE
*Eucalytputus Garden spray is safe natural and non residual
ideal to keep bugs off plants.
Mix 1 teaspoonful with 1/2 teaspoon of Dishwashing liquid and mix
with 2 large cups of water. (500ml). Spray around seedlings and
base of the plants to prevent slugs and snails and onto leaves to
keep bugs away
* Soak a length of string in Eucalyptus Oil and wind around the
stem of the plant.
* For Garden Pond add a few drops of Eucalyptus oil to a floating
atrificial flower or lily.
LAUNDRY USES.
*Clean and freshen your laundry by adding 1-2 teaspoonfuls of
Eucalyptus Oil to each load of wash.
* A popular wool wash recipe. used to keep woolens soft and
fluffy. Mix 300 grams Pure Soap Flakes with 200ml methylated
spirits then add 50ml Eucalyptus oil. Store in a screw capped
glas jar. Use 1 tablespoon of the mix per garment to be washed.
Dissolve first the amount in warm water then add to wash water.
Hand wash or machine wash on the wool cycle. Squeeze and roll in
a towel to remove excess water. Keep garment in shape while
drying.
* Soak stains, grass, grease, ink etc with dilute eucalyptus
about 1 hour before washing.
* You can quickly remove Chewing Gum, paint, oil, grease,ballpoik
ink marks from clothes and , shoes using the pure oil. .
BATHROOM , KITCHEN CLEANER
*Use the washing machine recipe 2-3 tablespoons per gallon of
hot water or
*add 1-2 teaspoons of Eucalyptus oil to the diluted deodorizing
cleaning solutions such a LYSOL, PINESOL, MR CLEAN etc. to use as
a Bathroom/Kitchen cleaner. The Oil helps deodorize, disinfect
and clean the tile, sinks and porcelin areas of the bathroom and
kitchen.eg Add 1 teaspoon Eucalyptus Oil, 1/2 cap PINESOL to 600
ml spray bottle to spray and wipe skins, baths and toilets.* Add
this mix or small amount of eucalyptus oil directly to toilet
water in the bowl to assist in disinfection.
MOLD AND MILDEW.
* The above recipes can also be used in areas of the house
where mold and mildew may build up.
* Shoes can be wiped with a damp cloth mixed with a few drops of
eucalyptus oil.
*Mildew smelling clothes and linens can be washed by adding 1-2
teaspoons to the wash water.
EUCALYPTUS SPRAY
*A Spray mix can be made-up by adding 1 teaspoons (5ml)
to 500 ml of water placed in a spray bottle (a used plastic spray
bottle). Use the spray as a general spray for dusting,
deodorizing, cleaning to leave a good clean fresh smell. Simply
spray and wipe all dust collecting areas with a damp cloth. *Use
the spray on the mattress, bed sheets, pillows and carpet in the
bedroom. *Spray closets and storage areas to ward off bugs and
deodorize.* Spray tables, countertops and benches with this or
the cleaning solution. Use spray in the car, boat or campers in
addition.
*Spay on glass, mirrors windows etc to use as a degreaser. Wipe
with dry or moist towel.
*Many other uses include cleaning telephones, furnishings, shoes,
leather goods of stains and odors.
CARPET FRESHNER
*A reported recipe for a Carpet Freshener is to mix 25ml
Euclytptu oil with 500 grams of Sodium Bicarbonate. (Baking
Soda). Sprinkle on, leave an 1 hour and vacumm. * This helps
control fleas in th carpet.
AIR CONDITIONERS
*Wash Air Conditioner Filters in soapy water with 1 teaspoon
of eucalyptus oil added. *Spray Eucalyptus Spray into the intake
vent when AC is working.
CARS, BOATS, CAMPERS AND RV's
Many of the above listed uses can be applied to cleaning ,
deodorizing and freshing the air inside cars, boats, campers and
RV's.
*Soak a used hanging car freshners with a capful of Eucalyptus
oil and reinstall.
*Replace used wick or plastic clip fresheners with pute
eucalyptus oil.
PET CARE.
Since dogs and cats have a much higher sense of smell use minimal
amounts.
For Flea control add 1/2 teaspoon to the wash water or a few
drops to the pets shampoo. a dry bath using 2 cups of warm water,
4 drops of Eucalyptus oil and 2 drops of cedarwood oil and use a
brush on the coat. Wash the bedding with warm soapy water and a
few drops of eucalytptus oil. Rinse well. Spray around the
sleeping quarters to sanitize and deodorize.
OTHER USESfor Pets include linement rubs for muscle and joints.
(use 1/2 strength of human mix.). Cuts and scratches can be
bathed in dilute oil and water. Inhalation therapy using a
vaporizer can be used for pets with respiratory problems and lung
congestion. Check, if in doubt, with your Veterinarian if use is
applicable.
SEND US YOUR USE
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will include it in our listing.
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Pure Australian Eucalyptus Oil
and products are available in the USA from EUCOLIFE sold
under the KOALATY BRAND label. These products are imported
directly from Felton, Grimwade and Bickford Pty. Ltd. Australia's
oldest and leading producer of pure pharmacuetical grade
Eucalyptus oil.
KOALATY BRAND is available as a package of 200ml (7 oz)
plus your choice of 60ml of one of Pure Oil or Liniment or Spa
Treatment for just $34.88. The pure eucalyptus oil is an pure
extract containing around 85% Cineole Oil , the active
ingredient.
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Some warnings about the use of
the pure oil need be explained.
1) FLAMMABLITY. The pure oil can be flammable. Its
ignitablity and burnablity is equivalent to that of kerosene. For
this reason direct exposure to flame should be avoided.
.
2) TOXICOLOGY. The concentrated oil is poisonous and
irritating if ingested in excess quantiites.
Products containing over 25% pure oil can be toxic if swallowed.
Many manufacturers use eucalyptus oil in cough lozenges, cough
syrup, toothpaste, mouth washes and as a flavor ingredient in
foods indicating its safe use in low doses. None of our
recommended uses however involves oral ingestion. Caution should
be used in topical application especially with infants and pets.
Always use the diluted product. (ie diluted with water or carrier
oil such as almond, canola, vegetable or baby oil.. Rarely has
skin hypersensitivity been reported but if it occurs the use
should be discontinued
In Case of Accidental Poisoning through ingestion
of the pure eucalyptus oil
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING; Give a glass of water and seek medical
attention immediately.
3) Eyes and Mucous Membranes . Direct
contact with the concentrated oil should be avoided with the eyes
and mucosal lining due to irritation. Wash thoroughly with cold
water if accidental exposure occurs.
4) Avoid Contact of the concentrated oil with some
plastics, styrofoam cups and fine fabrics such as Silk, satin,
and non color fast dyed materials.
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