Articles for tag: Eucalyptus, Respiratory Infections, Upper Respiratory Infections

Medicinal Herbs: Eucalyptus

Many of us have probably at one time or another used some over-the-counter medication for a cold or the flu that contains some eucalyptus. You may also have used a skin cleanser or lotion or an herbal bath containing eucalyptus. This herb, often thought of as food for koala bears, can be quite effective as ...

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Product Review: Repel® Lemon Eucalyptus Mosquito Repellent

The Product The familiar company, Repel, now makes a plant-based mosquito repellent called Repel® Lemon Eucalyptus Mosquito Repellent. The manufacturer claims that the oil of lemon eucalyptus effectively repels not only mosquitoes, but deer ticks and no-see-ums as well, for up to six hours. The Test Everyone where I live is commenting on how bad ...

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How to Propagate a Eucalyptus Tree

The Eucalyptus tree is a native evergreen tree from Australia, and it is one of the oldest and tallest trees on the earth. It can grow to heights of 30 feet to over 200 feet tall. There are over 600 different species of the Eucalyptus. This tree is important to the Aborigines, as it has ...

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Health Benefits of Eucalyptus

For centuries, the pungent oil of the eucalyptus tree has been exploited for its potent antiseptic and decongestive properties. The potent medicinal properties of eucalyptus have been used for centuries by Australian Aborigines. Today, the powerful antiseptic properties of eucalyptus are valued all over the world. Eucalyptus oil is distilled from the partially dried leaves ...

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Hardy Eucalyptus Varieties

Eucalyptus is usually regarded as a plant suitable only for hot and dry climates. There are a few varieties that will perform well in even cool areas. Despite their origins in Australia, some species will tolerate prolonged periods of cold. The rounded silvery grey foliage not only looks spectacular in the landscape, it can be ...

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Silver Dollar Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus is a fast growing plant that can reach heights of 60 feet . It is an evergreen with oval shaped leaves of two to three inches in diameter. There are flower clusters in the summer and the plant needs to be fertilized monthly before and during flowering season with higher levels of phosphorus. The ...