Eucalyptus Globulus

Family: Myrtaceae

Other Names: Tailapatra, Sugandhapatra, Tailaprana, Nigiri Taila
Related Species: Eucalyptus abdita, Eucalyptus acies, Eucalyptus apiculata, Eucalyptus albourpurea, Eucalyptus alligatrix, Eucalyptus ammophila, Eucalyptus amplifolia, Eucalyptus andrewsii, and over 700 other species.

Parts Used:

• Leaves

• Essential oil distilled from the leaves

Botanical Description:

Eucalyptus globulus is a tall, fast-growing evergreen tree, reaching heights of over 300 feet.

• Juvenile leaves: Opposite, sessile, heart-shaped, and covered with a bluish-white waxy bloom.

• Adult leaves: Alternate, lance-shaped, 6–12 inches long and 1–2 inches wide.

• Flowers: Cream-colored, borne in cymose panicles.

• Fruit: Capsule.

• Bark: Varies with age — fibrous and can be peeled off in long strips.

• Seedlings and coppice shoots: Square-shaped stems.

Medicinal Uses:

Respiratory Health:

• Widely used as an inhalant and in teas for relieving nasal congestion, coughs, and bronchial conditions such as asthma and bronchitis.

Antiseptic & Anti-microbial:

• Its essential oil contains cineole (eucalyptol), a powerful antiseptic effective against bacteria, fungi, and certain viruses.

• Beneficial in cleansing wounds and purifying the air when diffused.

Pain Relief:

• Applied topically, eucalyptus oil soothes muscle aches, joint pain, and rheumatic conditions.

• Acts as a natural analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent.

Fever Management:

• Traditionally used to lower fever and improve general vitality during infections.

Blood Purification & Metabolism:

• Aids in purifying the blood and promoting healthy circulation.

• May assist in lowering blood sugar levels.

Other Benefits:

• Improves blood circulation.

• Helps alleviate symptoms of headaches and mental fatigue when used in aromatherapy.

Active Constituents:

• Cineole (Eucalyptol)

• Flavonoids

• Tannins

• Volatile oils