Tea Tree Melaleuca alternifolia
Specifics
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| Country of Origin: South Africa | Extraction Method: Steam Distilled |
| Chemical Families: Monoterpenes, Monoterpenols | Plant Part: Leaves |
| Cultivation: Distiller is Certified Organic | Botanical Families: Myrtaceae |
| Aromas: Camphoraceous, Fresh, Herbaceous | |
| Note: Middle |
Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions
Tea Tree is often used in a steam for its decongestive, anti-infectious and expectorant properties. This is a valuable oil to have in your essential oil collection. Try putting a dab of Tea Tree or Lavender on a pimple or infected spot of acne. It will help to clear it up.
Tea Tree is widely used for fungal infections and I have seen it work best in combination with other antifungal oils. (Eucalyptus Citriodora, Geranium, Rose, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Rosewood, Lemongrass, Patchouli, Spikenard, and Palmarosa are other antifungal oils.)
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Traditional Knowledge
- Antibiotic - kills microorganisms
- Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections
- Anti-infectious, anti-microbial, antiparasitic, antiviral, bactericidal
- Anti-inflammatory - alleviates inflammation
- Anti fungal - inhibits growth of fungus
- Decongestant - reduces nasal mucus production and swelling
- Expectorant - removes excess mucus from respiratory system
- Immune stimulant - stimulates functioning of immune system
- Vasodilator - helps to dilate blood vessels, warming
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Builds confidence and strength
Uplifts the spirit
Combats feelings of victimization
Recipe
For Throat Infections
Put a drop of Tea Tree and a drop of Sandalwood in a bit of Jojoba and rub it on the front and back of your neck.
References:
1. Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. 2nd edition, The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
2. Keville, K. Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art, The Crossing press, USA, 1995
3. Mojay G. Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Henry Holt and Company Inc., England, 1996
4. Price S. Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, 2nd edition, Churchill Livingstone, 1999
5. Schnaubelt K. Advanced Aromatherapy, The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1998
6. Nye, S. (2006) Aromatic interventions for decubitus ulcer: a case report from South Africa. The International Journal of Clinical Aromatherapy 3 (2B): 25-28
Safety Issues
May cause skin irritation in people with sensitive skin. If oxidized it may cause sensitization. If sensitive, use in low dilution when applying to the skin, such as in bath or massage oils. Can also be used undiluted on the skin for specific skin conditions, if tolerated.
