EUCALYPTUS AUSTRALIANA
A powerful respiratory and immune-supporting essential oil traditionally valued for clarity, vitality, and winter wellness.
Botanical Information
Botanical Name: Eucalyptus radiata
Family: Myrtaceae
Origin: Australia
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled from the leaves
Note: Top
Colour: Clear to pale yellow
Aroma: Strong, camphoraceous
About This Essential Oil
Eucalyptus Australiana Essential Oil is one of the most recognised essential oils for respiratory support and immune wellbeing. Traditionally valued for its cleansing, refreshing, and stimulating properties, it is commonly used during the winter months and whenever additional respiratory support is desired.
Key Benefits
• Traditionally supports respiratory wellbeing
• Popular during cold and flu season
• Encourages mental clarity and concentration
• Traditionally valued for immune support
• Refreshing, cleansing, and invigorating aroma
• Popular in sports and muscular massage blends
History
Eucalyptus radiata is commonly known as the Narrow-Leaved Peppermint Gum. Native to Australia, it is one of more than 700 species of Eucalyptus found throughout the world. For generations, Eucalyptus has been valued for its cleansing aroma and traditional applications for respiratory health, wellbeing, and environmental purification.
Main Chemical Components
75% Oxides, 20% Monoterpenes
Properties
• Analgesic
• Antiseptic
• Antiviral
• Antibacterial
• Anti-infectious
• Anti-catarrhal
• Antispasmodic
• Anti-inflammatory
• Cicatrisant
• Expectorant
• Stimulant
• Diuretic
• Vulnerary
• Parasitic
• Febrifuge
• Depurative
• Decongestant
• Rubefacient
Traditional Uses
• Skin – Traditionally used for skin eruptions, insect bites, cuts, wounds, chickenpox, and shingles.
• Muscular – Traditionally valued for rheumatoid arthritis, muscular aches and pains, warming massage blends, and sports massage applications.
• Respiratory – Traditionally used for sinusitis, bronchitis, asthma, and respiratory congestion.
• Immune System – Traditionally valued during cold and flu season, post-viral fatigue, glandular fever, chronic fatigue states, and immune support.
• Digestive System – Traditionally used for diarrhoea and digestive disturbances.
• Reproductive – Traditionally valued for vaginal infections, leucorrhoea, endometriosis support, and herpes lesions.
Psychological & Emotional Uses
• Stimulates and refreshes the mind
• Encourages concentration and mental focus
• Provides a cooling effect on the emotions
• Traditionally used to reduce mental fatigue
• Supports clarity, alertness, and vitality
Blends Well With
Basil, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Myrtle, Peppermint, Pine, Rosemary, and Tea Tree.
Health & Safety
• Use in moderation and avoid excessive application.
• May be difficult for the body to eliminate in large amounts.
• Excessive use may contribute to muscular weakness, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhoea.
• Rare allergic reactions have been reported.
• Do not apply to broken or irritated skin.
• For external use only.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store below 25°C away from direct sunlight.
