Description – Eucalyptus oil is a generic name for the oil distilled from the leaf of Eucalyptus. It has a history of wide application, as a pharmaceutical, antiseptic, repellent, flavouring, fragrance and industrial uses.
Application – Eucalyptus oil is used as a medicine to treat a variety of common diseases and conditions including nasal congestion, asthma, and as a tick repellant. Diluted eucalyptus oil is applied to the skin as a remedy for health problems such as arthritis and skin ulcers.