Tea Tree Essential Oil

Parts Used Leaves and twigs   Botanical Name Melaleuca alternifolia   Extraction Method Steam distilled   Note Classification Middle   Aroma Warm, Fresh, spicy-camphoraceous.   Properties antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiseptic, antiviral, balsamic, cicatrisant, expectorant, fungicide, insecticide, stimulant and sudorific substance.   Overview Widely known for its healing properties for the skin.   Blends Well With Basil, bergamot, black pepper, chamomile german, clary sage, clove, cypress, eucalyptus, geranium, juniper, lavender, lemon, marjoram, nutmeg, oakmoss, oregano, peppermint, pine, ravensara, rosemary, thyme, ylang ylang.   Herbal Miscellany In World War ll cutters and producers of tea tree were exempt from military service until enough essential oil had been accumulated. It was issued to each soldier and sailor for them to treat tropical infections and other problems of warfare, including wounds.   Precautions Oil Specific: May cause skin irritation. Not f