Eucalyptus

Part used: leaf

Traditional use: Traditionally used (leaf) internally as a decongestant and expectorant and topically as an antimicrobial; the essential oil is used in aromatherapy and inhalations.

How to prepare (traditional): Infusion: pour 1 cup of boiling water over 1-2 teaspoons of leaves and infuse, covered, 10-15 minutes.

Dosage note (descriptive only): Drunk three times a day. Commission E: 4-6 g leaf daily.

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Part used: leaf

Traditional use: Expectorant / antimicrobial.

How to prepare (traditional): Tincture at 1:5 in 25% alcohol.

Dosage note (descriptive only): 1 ml three times a day.

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Part used: leaf

Traditional use: Traditionally used for sore throats.

How to prepare (traditional): Lozenges containing eucalyptus.

Dosage note (descriptive only): Taken for sore throats.

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Part used: leaf

Traditional use: Traditionally taken for bronchitis.

How to prepare (traditional): Capsules.

Dosage note (descriptive only): For bronchitis, the book suggests a 200 mg capsule three times a day.

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Part used: leaf

Traditional use: Traditionally used for colds, congestion, and as a warming chest/sinus rub.

How to prepare (traditional): Essential oil (distilled from leaves) used by inhalation (10 drops added to boiling water) or, diluted in carrier oil, as a chest or sinus rub.

Dosage note (descriptive only): For inhalation, the book suggests 10 drops in boiling water; as a rub, 5 drops diluted with 2 tsp carrier oil.

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