Botanical name:
Leptospermum ericoides
Clearing and cleansing
Please note: The information below is meant to give a brief outline of how an oil can be applied by a trained aromatherapist.
Please do not use this information as a guide for how to use essential oils at home.
Properties and applications:
Topical Circulatory System - muscular aches and pains, stiff muscles, poor circulation
Analgesic - local pain relief
Immune Stimulant - colds, coughs, influenza
Antiseptic, Antimicrobial - bacterial, fungal and viral infections
Family:
Myrtaceae
Country of origin:
New Zealand
Part of plant used:
Leaves and twigs
Method of extraction:
Steam distillation
Blends with:
Citrus, spice and woody oils.
Chemical character:
Terpene type
Safety information:
Caution - Hypersensitive, avoid diseased, delicate, damaged or children's skin,
Odour profile:
Light, clean and turpentine, hint of banana
Plant description:
A small, wild growing, bushy tree with pointed leaves and pink-white flowers.
Historical use:
The Moaris used Kanuka in an infusion to treat head colds.