Myrtle (Red) ~ Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Myrtus communis Family: Myrtaceae Country of Origin: Spain Part of Plant Used: Leaves and twigs Blends Well With: Bergamot, clary sage, clove, hyssop, eucalyptus, ginger, lavender, peppermint, rosemary, spearmint, thyme, tea tree Common Uses: Asthma, coughs, sore throat, urinary infections, asthma, bronchitis, tuberculosis Characteristics: A pale yellow or orange liquid with a clear, fresh, camphoraceous, sweet herbaceous scent similar to eucalyptus Extraction Method: Steam distillation Healing Properties: Anti-catrarrhal, antiseptic, astringent, balsamic, bactericidal, expectorant