Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus staigeriana)

Description
Tall evergreen tress with long and narrow leaves and small white/yellow flowers.
Characteristics
A recognisable fresh, sharp and piercing top note.
Oils to Blend with
Blends well with most other woods and herbs and is wonderful with Lavender, it also blends well with Beznoin, Coriangder, Juniper, Lemon, Lemongrass, Melissa, Pine and Thyme.

Latin Name
Eucalyptus staigeriana

Plant Family
Myrtaceae

Extraction Method
Steam distilled from the twigs and leaves

Country of Origin
Australia

Chemical Constituents
Citronellal (Aldehyde), Cineole (Ketone), Camphene, Fenchene, Phellandrene, Pinene (Terpenes).

Precautions
People with high blood pressure or suffering from epilepsy should avoid eucalyptus. There is some evidence to suggest it is an antedote to homeopathic medicine, thus cancelling out the effects of the homeopathic medicine.