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Botanical Name: Eucalyptus radiata Sieber ex DC Family: Myrtaceae. Synonyms: Eucalyptus, narrow leaved peppermint. Origin: Native to Australia. Botanical Description: A tall evergreen tree up to 75-meter (232 ft.) high. Has opposite, lanceolate green leaves with white flowers and smooth bark. Oil Extraction: Essential oil is obtained by stem distillation of the leaves of the mature trees. The oil is clear, colorless to pale yellow mobile liquid. Yield 1%. Aroma Profile: The top note is fresh, powerful camphoraceous, sweet. The body note is diffusive, penetrating. The dry-out is less tenacious, camphoraceous. Major Constituents: 1,8-cineole (60 to 70%), α-terpineol, terpinen-4-ol, α-pinene, p-cymene, limonene. Adulterants: Other species of eucalyptus. Regulatory Status: None. Aromatherapy: Purifying, invigorating, cooling. Blends well with: Cedarwood, lavender, lemon, rosemary, thyme, marjoram. Safety Data: Non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitizing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Want to learn more? Take our Online Aromatherapy Course.
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