Niaouli Essential Oil

Niaouli Essential Oil

Botanical Name

Alternative Names

Source Location

Plant part used

Melaleuca quinquenervia

Gomenol

Australia, Madagascar

Leaves

Extraction Method

Color

Consistency

Aroma Strength

Steam distilled

Clear

Thin

Strong

Fragrance

Earthy, musty, camphorous, yet sweet

Benefits

Stimulates metabolism and immune system; use for respiratory complaints, flu symptoms, congestion, sore throat, and fever.  Increases circulation, treats arthritis, rheumatism, bronchitis, whooping cough, plus aches, muscle pain, and other wounds.  Skin care: oily skin, acne, dry skin, burns, insect bites, as well as cuts. 

Blends Well With

Coriander, Cedarwood, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Myrtle, Neroli, Orange, Peppermint, Pine, Ravensara, Rosemary, Sweet Fennel Seed, Tea Tree

Constituents

Cineol, terpineol, pinene, limonene, citrene, terebenethene

Properties

Therapeutic Properties Described In The Aromatherapy Literature Analgesic, Antibacterial, Antiseptic, Cicatrisant, Decongestant, Insecticide, Vermifuge

Safety

Generally safe