Helichrysum gymnocephalum Helichrysum gymnocephalum
Specifics
| Country of Origin: South Africa | Extraction Method: |
| Chemical Families: Monoterpenes, Oxides | Plant Part: Flowers |
| Aromas: Camphoraceous, Fresh, Herbaceous | Cultivation: Plant was Wild Crafted |
About
This oil significantly reduces pain, is excellent for healing many types of infections, reduces tension throughout the body but especially the upper body, and is known to be healing for the respiratory system.
This is a great oil to use during a cold or flu. Helichrysum gymnocephalum is unique Helichrysum used more for congestion, as an analgesic, for infections and headaches, and less for wound healing. The potential of this Helichrysum combined with H. bracteiferum and H. odoratissimum for complex diseases of the immune system is clear and has been used successfully with infections, severe allergies and inflammatory conditions.
This is a great oil to use during a cold or flu. Helichrysum gymnocephalum is unique Helichrysum used more for congestion, as an analgesic, for infections and headaches, and less for wound healing. The potential of this Helichrysum combined with H. bracteiferum and H. odoratissimum for complex diseases of the immune system is clear and has been used successfully with infections, severe allergies and inflammatory conditions.
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Therapeutic Properties
- Analgesic-reducing pain
- Anti-infectious - protects against infection
- Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections (urinary, pulmonary)
- Bactericidal - destructive to bacteria
- Decongestant - reduces nasal mucus production and swelling
- Expectorant - removes excess mucus from respiratory system
- Immune stimulant - stimulates functioning of immune system
- Mucolytic - breaks down mucus (pulmonary)
- Tonic for the nervous system - for exhaustion and stress
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Emotionally balancingHeals current emotional trauma
Heals old emotional wounds
Recipe
For Colds and Flu
5 drop Helichrysum gymnocephalum
5 drops Ravintsara
3 drops Black pepper
5 drops Lavender
Add to 2 oz. unscented lotion and apply to chest, back and feet.
Safety Issues
If oxidized, it may cause irritation or sensitization. It may antidote
homeopathic remedies. It is too strong to use with babies or young
children on their faces or in a steam. Care must be taken when using
with asthmatics.