What Is Eucalyptus Oil?
Eucalyptus oil is derived from the eucalyptus tree, which is native to Australia. The oil has a refreshing, minty aroma and is used in many different ways.
Eucalyptus trees grow to 200 ft, are 13 feet thick, and have broad long leaves, which are a mixture of green, blue, and grey colors. In early Autumn, the tree blooms with frilly white blooming flowers.
At times resin was found in the tree's bark, which has earned its nickname Blue gum. It is a significant industry in regions other than Australia, like Europe, Brazil, China, and Greece.
The oval-shaped leaves of the Eucalyptus tree are dried, crushed, and distilled to release powerful oils. The primary ingredients are cineole and eucalyptus, which have analgesic-astringent and aromatic properties. Australians use Eucalyptus as a sanitizer for cold and inflammatory diseases. A simple sniff of that minty scent opens your sinuses.