Myrtle Myrtus communis Essential Oil Information
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Myrtle Essential Oil |
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Botanical Name |
Alternative Names |
Source Location |
Plant part used |
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Myrtus communis |
Green myrtle |
Corsica, Spain, Morocco, Italy, France |
Leaves, branches |
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Extraction Method |
Color |
Consistency |
Aroma Strength |
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Steam distillation |
Pale yellow |
Thin |
Medium |
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Fragrance |
Sweet, slightly camphorous with a bit of floral undertones |
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Benefits |
Normalizes hormonal imbalances of the thyroid and ovaries. Treats asthma, chronic bronchitis and coughs, plus sore throat. Historically used to treat diarrhea and dysentery, as well as lung and bladder infections |
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Blends Well With |
Bay, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cajeput, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Clove, Coriander, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Helichrysum, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Lime, Palma Rosa, Rosewood, Rosemary, Tea Tree, Thyme |
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Constituents |
Cineol, myrtenol, pinene, geraniol, linalool, camphene. |
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Properties |
Antispasmodic, Aphrodisiac, Emetic, Narcotic, Sedative, Stimulant (liver) |
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Safety |
Generally safe, plus a good choice for use with children when diluted |
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