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In the News (Sun 22 Nov 09)

  
  Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) is a tall evergreen tree native to Australia and Tasmania.
Eucalyptus oil is a rich source of the antiseptic substance cineole (sometimes referred to as eucalyptol).
Eucalyptus oil should not be applied to the face or nose of children under age 2.
www.umm.edu /altmed/articles/eucalyptus-000241.htm   (1496 words)

  
  Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus oil is said to function in a fashion similar to that of menthol by acting on receptors in the nasal mucosa, leading to a reduction in symptoms such as nasal congestion.
Peppermint (10 grams) and eucalyptus oil (5 grams) in combination, applied topically to the forehead and temples for three minutes with a small sponge, have been shown to be helpful as a muscle relaxant (but not for pain relief) in people with tension headaches.
Eucalyptus oil should not be used by infants and children under the age of two, especially near the face and nose, due to the risk of airway spasm and possible cessation of breathing.
www.publix.com /wellness/notes/Display.do?id=Herb&childId=Eucalyptus   (1206 words)

  
 botanical.com - A Modern Herbal | Eucalyptus
It necessarily follows that the term Eucalyptus oil is meaningless from a scientific point of view unless the species from which it is derived is stated.
The medicinal Eucalyptus Oil is probably the most powerful antiseptic of its class, especially when it is old, as ozone is formed in it on exposure to the air.
In veterinary practice, Eucalyptus Oil is administered to horses in influenza, to dogs in distemper, to all animals in septicaemia.
www.botanical.com /botanical/mgmh/e/eucaly14.html   (2096 words)

  
 EUCALYPTUS
Eucalyptus oil added to water may be gargled to relieve sore throat pain or used as a mouthwash to heal mouth sores or gum disorders.
The essential oil of eucalyptus is used to relieve cramps, cleanse the blood, heal wounds, disinfect the air, and to treat conditions such as asthma, bronchitis, throat and sinus infections, fevers, kidney infections, rheumatism, bladder infections, and sore muscles.
Eucalyptus infusion is ingested to treat coughs, colds, bronchitis, congestion, and throat infections.
www.drugwatch.info /a_eucalyptus_JWurges.htm   (1903 words)

  
 Eucalyptus oil (Eucalyptus globulus) - information on the origin, source, extraction method, chemical composition, ...   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Eucalyptus essential oil is extracted from Eucalyptus globulus of the Myrtaceae family and is also known as Tasmanian blue gum or blue gum.
Eucalyptus oil was introduced to Europe in 1788, and the first oil exported to England was called 'Sydney peppermint'.
Eucalyptus oil can be used in blended massage oil, or diluted in the bath, to assist with arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, mucous congestion, colds, headaches, rheumatism, sinusitis, catarrh, fatigue and muscular aches and pains.
www.essentialoils.co.za /essential-oils/eucalyptus.htm   (916 words)

  
 MedlinePlus Herbs and Supplements: Eucalyptus oil (E. globulus Labillardiere, E. fructicetorum F. Von Mueller, E. ...
Eucalyptus oil is used commonly as a decongestant and expectorant for upper respiratory tract infections or inflammations, as well as for various musculoskeletal conditions.
Eucalyptus oil should be taken with caution, since small amounts of oil taken by mouth have resulted in severe and deadly reactions.
Eucalyptus is not recommended for use by infants and young children, especially near the face and nose.
www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patient-eucalyptus.html   (1946 words)

  
 botany/eucalyptus
Eucalyptus trees, also popularly known as Gum trees because some species exude a gum, are fragrant and normally pest-resistant.
The attractive, colorful bark of the stems and trunks of the Eucalyptus may be dappled in gray, green, russet, or cream and may peel in sheets.
Besides the decorative qualities of the trees, Eucalyptus are valued for their timber, the important oils of the leaves and shoots, tannin, which is taken from the bark of some varieties, and a resinous substance known as kino.
www.botany.com /eucalyptus.html   (619 words)

  
 Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus was first used by Australian aborigines, who not only chewed the roots for water in the dry outback but used the leaves as a remedy for fevers.
Peppermint (10 grams) and eucalyptus oil (5 grams) in combination, applied topically to the forehead and temples for three minutes with a small sponge, have been shown to be helpful as a muscle relaxant (but not for pain relief) in people with tension headaches.
Eucalyptus oil should not be used by infants and children under the age of two, especially near the face and nose, due to the risk of airway spasm and possible cessation of breathing.
www.truestarhealth.com /Notes/2086009.html   (1217 words)

  
 www.myspace.com/eucalyptusrock
Eucalyptus was the chosen name after Ryckebosch had been ill and was subsiding on Ricola menthol-eucalyptus brand cough drops.
Eucalyptus went from being a two piece to a fully formed 4 piece ensemble while employing the talents of close friends Todd “Too Late” Lay and Schuyler Feekes.
Eucalyptus is still alive to this very day, although existing in a precarious state of separation.
myspace.com /eucalyptusrock   (960 words)

  
 Eucalyptus
The benefits of the eucalyptus tree have been well received by persons throughout the world and is now cultivated for use in various nutraceutical applications.
Eucalyptus oil, and its active constituent eucalyptol, are often included as the key ingredient in various vaporizer liquids, liniments, and even mouthwashes.
Various in vitro studies have shown eucalyptus oil to be effective at fighting infections caused by certain harmful bacteria, chiefly Bacillus subtilis and Streptococcus.
www.supplementnews.org /eucalyptus/index.htm   (988 words)

  
 Eucalyptus - Eucalyptus cinerea
The Eucalyptus cinerea grows to an average of 20 to 30 feet tall.
Eucalyptus trees are found commonly in the plains and savannas of Australia.
Eucalyptus trees are native to Australia, but they are also found in the western United States, especially in Arizona, California, and Nevada.
www.blueplanetbiomes.org /eucalyptus.htm   (208 words)

  
 Information on the herb eucalyptus.   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Eucalyptus is an aromatic herb that stimulates the system, a decongestant and expectorant that relaxes spasms and lowers fever.
Although some practitioners may use eucalyptus essential oil internally at a VERY low dosage for nasal congestion, bronchial disease and other respiratory problems, great care must be used with this practice, as essential oils are very powerful compounds.
Eucalyptus is most commonly used externally as an inhalation and vapor rub, to treat and relieve mucus congestion.
www.ageless.co.za /herb-eucalyptus.htm   (670 words)

  
 The Eucalyptus Grove(The World of Jack London)
When it turned out that the eucalyptus tree was worthless, the critics berated London for foolishly planting them, forgetting to mention that nobody knew of their uselessness at the time.
The eucalyptus trees proved to be a mistake because when the wood cured, it became twisted and split.
When he realized that his investment in eucalyptus was a failure he turned his attention to stock breeding, determining finally to produce the finest strains of Shire horses, Shorthorn cattle and Duroc Jersey hogs in America.
www.jacklondons.net /grove.html   (319 words)

  
 Plants: Species
Eucalyptus, or gum, trees were originally introduced to California in 1856.
The trees were popular because they grew quickly, didn't need a lot of water, and could be used for shade, wood, and products made from the tree's aromatic oil.
We feed the fuzzy marsupials with 34 different eucalyptus species harvested from the Zoo, the Wild Animal Park, and our browse farm.
www.sandiegozoo.org /CF/plants/species_detail.cfm?ID=202   (129 words)

  
 Eucalyptus - Murray Bail
Eucalyptus, however, is that rare thing: a book whose author has succeeded in harnessing the seductive format of the fairy story and transforming it into something quite distinctive -- neither fantastical nor realistic, but an elegant, humane, funny and wise journey to the interior of the human heart."
Holland has planted eucalyptus trees of every sort all across his property.
When his daughter is of marriageable age he sets a condition for her suitors: she will wed only a man who is able to identify every type of eucalyptus on the property.
www.complete-review.com /reviews/bailm/eucalypt.htm   (799 words)

  
 Eucalyptus - Herbal Index - herbindex.net
Specimens of the Australian Mountain-ash, Eucalyptus regnans, are among the tallest trees in the world at 92 metres tall, making them the tallest of all flowering plants; other taller trees such as the Coast Redwood are all conifers.
Eucalyptus oil is highly flammable (trees have been known to explode) and bush fires can travel easily through the oil-rich air of the tree crowns.
Eucalyptus oil is readily steam distilled from the leaves and can be used for cleaning, deodorising, and in very small quantities in food supplements; especially sweets, cough drops and decongestants.
www.herbindex.net /eucalyptus.html   (1626 words)

  
 Eucalyptus   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Eucalyptus should not be used by individuals with inflamed gastrointestinal tracts or bile ducts, or with liver disease.
Eucalyptus is a traditional aboriginal fever remedy that was introduced to the West in the 19th century by the director of the Melbourne Botanical Gardens.
Eucalyptus is a common ingredient in over-the-counter cold remedies today and long used as an effective treatment for colds, flu, sore throats, bronchitis, and pneumonia.
www.innvista.com /health/herbs/eucalypt.htm   (972 words)

  
 Eucalyptus Pure Essential Oil - All Natural   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Eucalyptus trees originated from Australia and were transplanted to many other warm parts of the world.
Eucalyptus essential oil has a fluid like consistency, is a pale clear yellow color with a sweet mild menthol aroma.
There are approximately 250 different constituents in eucalyptus; therefore, it is difficult to reproduce the scent synthetically as a fragrance.
www.blessingsofnature.com /Essential-Oils/Eucalyptus.htm   (180 words)

  
 Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus is the signature tree of Australia, but can now be found in subtropical regions throughout the world.
The medicinal properties of Eucalyptus reside in its oil, which is extracted from the fresh leaves and branch tips, and is found in the dried leaves.
Eucalyptus oil: For internal use, the usual daily dose is 300 to 600 milligrams (a few drops).
www.pdrhealth.com /drug_info/nmdrugprofiles/herbaldrugs/101060.shtml   (422 words)

  
 Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Eucalyptus globulus
The Eucalyptus tree is beautiful; it is a tall evergreen that can grow up to 90 metres high (270 feet).
Eucalyptus essential oil is fantastic on skin ailments (Burns, blisters, wounds, insect bites, lice, and skin infections), as well as to combat the effects of colds and the flu.
Eucalyptus should be used in dilution, and avoided during pregnancy.
www.aroma-pure.com /eucalyptus.htm   (285 words)

  
 Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus do not like root disturbance and should be carefully pricked out, either very early at the two leaf stage or later, when the plant will handle the shock better.
A very hardy eucalyptus we think to -20°C. It retains the large round juvenile leaves on square stems for up to 7 years from seed with a lovely purple blue hue to the new growth.
The Australian Ghost Gum, Eucalyptus papuana, is also termed the “widow maker”, due to the high number of pioneer tree-felling workers who were killed by falling branches, as they shed whole and very large branches to conserve water during periods of drought.
www.jungleseeds.co.uk /SeedOrders/contents/en-uk/d3.html   (1563 words)

  
 tree
Eucalyptus trees have dotted the Australian landscape for millions of years, and today they are probably the most common trees on the continent.
Eucalyptus, able to survive poor soil, dry spells, and fire, is hardy enough to have spread throughout much of the land and take a central place in the lives of the forest's wildlife.
In fact, eucalyptus trees are so well adapted to fire that a conflagration actually causes them to flourish.
www.pbs.org /wnet/nature/kakadu/html/body_tree.html   (645 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Eucalyptus: A Novel: Books: Murray Bail   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Eucalyptus feels more like a painting or a poem than a novel; there's a misty, surreal, magical tone to the crafting of the story, and sometimes I got a little lost, wondering what Australian path the author was leading me along.
On the surface, Eucalyptus seems to be a fairy tale about a confined "princess" who can only be freed by a "prince" that names all the trees on her property.
Eucalyptus is the story of a man who possesses the largest collection of Eucalypt trees and a beautiful daughter, Ellen.
www.amazon.com /Eucalyptus-Novel-Murray-Bail/dp/0156007819   (2112 words)

  
 Landline - 24/09/2006: Eucalyptus oil industry revival . Australian Broadcasting Corp
Today, the fourth-generation farmer is preparing to make another batch of his eucalyptus oil the traditional way - well, except for the chainsaw.
Eucalyptus oil production is steeped in the history of Kangaroo Island.
Eucalyptus oil went on to become Australia’s first indigenous manufactured product and its first primary produce export.
www.abc.net.au /landline/content/2006/s1745319.htm   (1372 words)

  
 Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus is available as liquid essential oil, essential oil in ointment form, leaf tincture (solution made from herb and alcohol, or herb, alcohol, and water), crude leaf, and tea.
Eucalyptus should not be used orally in children; eucalyptus in cough drops should only be given to children over the age of 6 to prevent accidental choking.
Eucalyptus oil (for topical application): add 1/2 to 1 mL (15 to 30 drops) of oil to 1/2 cup of carrier oil (sesame, olive, etc.).
www.mercydesmoines.org /adam/alternativemedicine/ConsHerbs/Eucalyptusch.asp   (1118 words)

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