Eucalyptus is native to Australia. There are approximately 700 different species of eucalyptus. The aboriginal people in Australia used eucalyptus as a remedy for colds, sore throats, breathing difficulties, congestion relief, infections, and pain. They also burn the leaves in the form of fumigation for fever relief. 

Eucalyptus has a long tradition of uses in medicine and is known to be an excellent antiseptic for purifying the environment. Historically, to improve their health, people who were ill were relocated to areas where the trees grew. 

It also became known as catheter oil when British hospitals, in the nineteenth century, used it to sterilize urinary catheters. In the later part of the nineteenth century, eucalyptus oil was regarded as a cure-all.

Fever reducer compress

• Mix a drop of Eucalyptus EO and 2 drops of Lavender EO in a cup of chilled water.
• Soak a small towel and apply it on the forehead. Eucalyptus helps to break the fever whereas Lavender helps in calming and relaxation.
• For children, blend 1 drop of Eucalyptus EO to 1 teaspoon of carrier oil of your choice and apply only to the bottom of the feet.

Joint pain and arthritis

• Combine 6 drops Eucalyptus oil and 6 drops Peppermint oil to 5 teaspoons black cumin seed oil.
• Rub onto aching joints and feel instant, cooling pain relief.

Eucalyptus is not to be applied or instill near the face of infants or children up to 10 years of age. Externally non-toxic, non-irritant (in dilution), non-sensitizing. Fatal when ingested internally.