Eucalyptus Radiata essential oil is a sweeter and milder version of Eucalyptus Globulus. It shares the same properties as Eucalyptus Globulus, but it is more popular with aromatherapists due to its more pleasant aroma.
- Latin Name
- Eucalyptus Radiata
- Family
- Myrtaceae
- Note
- Top
- Extraction
- Essential oil by steam distillation from the leaves and twigs.
- Constituents
- Piperitone, phellandrene, terpinene, thujene, cymene, camphene among others.
- Origin
- Australia
This medium to tall tree grows to around 30 metres in height. The bark is fibrous grey to grey-brown in colour with young blue-heart shaped leaves, the mature leaves are aromatic and taper at both ends.
Herbal/Folk Tridition: Traditionally used by the Aborigines to relief fevers.
