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History:

Eucalyptus Citriodora is a type of Eucalyptus tree in the Eucalyptus genus. This tree is indigenous to north eastern and tropical parts of Australia bEven today about 75% of the trees grown in Australia belongs to the Eucalyptus family.

Brazil and China are the largest producers of commercial Lemon eucalyptus essential oil and this tree is also grow in India, South Africa, Guatemala, Egypt, Colombia, Indonesia and Albania.

It has its  remedial history of being used in the traditional as well as modern medicine in the east and west, mainly as an aid for respiratory infections and for keeping insects at bay. The infusion made from the leaves of this tree has been used in reducing fever, treating gastric conditions and fighting against microbes causing such infectious diseases in the Aboriginal tradition.

 

Details:

Botanical Name : Eucaliptus citriodora 

Family : Myrtaceae

Country of Origin  : Brazil 

Extraction Method  : Steam Distilled

Plant Part Used  : Leaves and branche 

Note  : Top note 

Aroma : Sweet, lemony , strong , fresh 

Color : Clear to Pale yellow

Blends well With : Bergamot, Black Pepper, Citronella, Clove, Cypress, , Frankincense, Rose Geranium, Ginger, Helichrysum, Lavender, Lemon, Sweet Orange, , Patchouli, Peppermint, Ravintsara,  Tea Tree, Thyme, Vetiver.

Shelf Life : 4 – 5 Years

 

Safety

  • Possible skin sensitizer 
  • For topical application don’t use directly on skin, dilute with a carrier oil
  • A patch test should be performed before use for those with sensitive skin.
  • Discontinue use if skin sensitivity occurs
  • Add 4-5 drops for Diffusing
  • Don’t ingest
  • Keep out of reach of children , Avoid using if pregnant or nursing

 

References:

  • Essential oil safety ( Tisserand and young ) second Edition
  • Charles Fetrow & Julian Avila (2000) The Complete Guide to Herbal Medicine
  • https://www.foodchemicalscodex.org/
  • Lawrence BM, Essential oils from Agriculture to Chemistry
  • The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, Salvatore Battaglia
  • Arcatender Perfume and flavor materials of natural origin

Eucalyptus Citriodora Oil (Eucalyptus citriodora) 15 ML

SKU: ECEO22
$15.00 Regular Price
$9.00Sale Price
  • BY GC-MS analysis

    GC : Agilent 6890N

    Column: HP-5

    Carrier gas: Helium

    Name

    % Result

    Chemical Family

    Citronellol

    6.00

    Alcohol

    Isopulegol  

    6.52

    Alcohol

    Citronellal

    69.50

    Aldehyde

    β- Caryophyllene

    1.25

    Sesquiterpene

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