Essential oils are all natural products that come from berries, herbs, leaves, plants, roots, seeds and trees. Essential oils have many different uses and are in demand for medicinal purposes for both humans and pets. Some of the uses of essential oils include air freshening materials, cosmetic beauty and hair products, fragrances in colognes and perfumes, cleansing, flavoring in food, fungicides, preservatives, pest deterrents and plant foods.
Essential oils are very diverse in the ways they can be used and the fact that they enhance the whole environment, must make them perfect for Green living. The following information is about essential oils, types of plant parts used to obtain the essential oils, origins and their uses.
Common name: Angelica
Latin name: Angelica archangelica
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Seeds and roots
Countries of origins: China, Egypt, Spain and USSR
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Colds, coughs, fevers, flatulence and indigestion.
Some other uses: Confectionery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Aniseed
Latin name: Pimpinella anisum
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Seed pod
Countries of origins: Central and South America, India and Indonesia.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Bronchitis, Catarrh, coughs and indigestion.
Some other uses: Dentistry and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Basil
Latin name: Ocimum hasilicum
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Whole plant
Countries of origins: Europe, Madagascar, Seychelles, Reunion and United States.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Aches and pains, bronchitis, colds, fatigue, gout, loss of concentration and migraines.
Some other uses: Food industry and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Bay
Latin name: Pimenta racemosa
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Leaves
Countries of origins: South America and West Indies.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Colds, flu, insomnia, sprains and rheumatism.
Some other uses: Perfumery.
Common name: Benzoin
Latin name: Styrax benzoin
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Trunk
Countries of origins: Borneo, Java, Sumatra and Thailand.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Arthritis, Colds as a sedative, coughs and itching.
Some other uses: Cosmetics and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Bergamot
Latin name: Citrus bergamia
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Peel of fruit
Countries of origins: Guinea, Italy and Morocco.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Acne, coughs, fevers, stress as an antidepressant, tension and wounds.
Some other uses: Cosmetics, Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Birch
Latin name: Betula lenta
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Bark
Countries of origins: Germany, Holland and USSR.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Eczema, gout, rheumatism and ulcers.
Some other uses: Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Black Pepper
Latin name: Piper nigrum
Type of plant: Vine
Obtained from: Berries
Countries of origins: Brazil, India, Indonesia and South Asia.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Aches and pains, colds, flatulence, Influenza and rheumatism.
Some other uses: Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Bois de Rose
Latin name: Aniba rosaeodora
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Wood
Countries of origins: Brazil and Mexico.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Coughs, headaches; as a antidepressant and tonic.
Some other uses: Perfumery.
Common name: Camphor
Latin name: Cinnamomum camphora
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Wood
Countries of origins: Borneo, China, Japan and Sumatra.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Arthritis, colds, coughs, fevers and rheumatism.
Some other uses: Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Cardamom
Latin name: Elettaria cardamomum
Type of plant: Plant
Obtained from: seeds
Countries of origins: Guatemala and India.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Aches; as a digestive and tonic, coughs, headaches and nausea.
Some other uses: Food Industry, Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Carrot
Latin name: Daucus carota
Type of plant: Vegetable
Obtained from: Seeds and roots
Countries of origins: England, Europe and France.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Eczema, flatulence, gout, psoriasis; as a Diuretic and ulcers.
Some other uses: Food Industry and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Cedarwood
Latin name: Cedrus Atlantica
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Wood
Countries of origins: North America
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Acne, arthritis; as a diuretic, bronchitis and catarrh.
Some other uses: Cosmetics and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Chamomile German
Latin name: Matricaria chamomila
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Flowers and leaves.
Countries of origins: England, France, Hungary and South America.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Acne, burns, dermatitis, eczema, inflammation, inflammatory disease, insomnia, menstrual problems, migraine, nerves and psoriasis.
Some other uses: Cosmetics and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Chamomile Roman
Latin name: Athemis nobilis
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Flowers and leaves.
Countries of origins: Bulgaria, England, France, Hungary and Yugoslavia.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Acne, dermatitis, inflammation, insomnia, menstrual problems, migraine and nerves.
Some other uses: Cosmetics and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Cinnamon
Latin name: Cinnamomum zeylanicum
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Leaves and twigs.
Countries of origins: India, Madagascar and Sri Lanka.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Colds, coughs, flu, rheumatism, viral infections and warts.
Some other uses: Dentistry, Food Industry, Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Citronella
Latin name: Cymbopogon nardus
Type of plant: Grass
Obtained from: All parts
Countries of origins: Madagascar and South America.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Deodorant, insecticide, stimulant and tonic.
Some other uses: Household products and Perfumery.
Common name: Clary-sage
Latin name: Salvia sclarea
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Flowering tops
Countries of origins: France, Spain and USSR.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Aches and pains, debility; as a sedative, depression, nerves and sore throat.
Some other uses: Cosmetics, Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Clove
Latin name: Eugenia caryophyllata
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Flowering buds
Countries of origins: East and West Indies, Molucca Islands and Philippines.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Arthritis, bronchitis, diarrhea, flatulence, infects; as an analgesic and antiseptic, nausea, rheumatism and toothache.
Some other uses: Food Industry, Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Coriander
Latin name: Coriandrum sativum
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Leaves and seeds of ripe fruit
Countries of origins: India, Italy, Morocco, Tunisia, United States and USSR.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Fatigue, flatulence, indigestion, influenza, nervousness; as an analgesic and rheumatism.
Some other uses: Perfumery, Pharmaceutics and Veterinary.
Common name: Cumin
Latin name: Cuminum cyminum
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Fruit and seeds
Countries of origins: India, Mediterranean, Morocco and Sicily.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Headache, indigestion and liver problems; as a stimulant.
Some other uses: Food Industry, Perfumery and Veterinary.
Common name: Cypress
Latin name: Cupressus sempervirens
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Leaves and twigs
Countries of origins: Mediterranean
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Circulatory conditions, colds, hemorrhoids, menopausal problems, nervous tension, rheumatism, whooping cough and wounds; as a astringent.
Some other uses: perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Dill
Latin name: Anethum graveolens
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Fruit and seeds
Countries of origins: Mediterranean
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Constipation, flatulence, gastric upsets headaches, indigestion and nervousness.
Some other uses: Cosmetics, Food Industry, Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Eucalyptus
Latin name: Eucalyptus globulus
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Leaves and twigs
Countries of origins: Australia, Brazil, California, China, Spain and Tasmania.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Aches and pains; as an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory, bronchitis, coughs, rheumatism, skin infections, sinusitis, sores, sore throats and ulcers.
Some other uses: Pharmaceutics and Veterinary.
Common name: Eucalyptus Lemon
Latin name: Eucalyptus citriodora
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Leaves and twigs
Countries of origins: Australia and Tasmania.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Asthma, candida, dandruff, fever, fungal infections, scabs, skin infections, sores and sore throats; as an antiseptic.
Some other uses: Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Eucalyptus Peppermint
Latin name: Eucalyptus dives
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Leaves and Twigs
Countries of origins: Australia and Tasmania.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Arthritis, colds, coughs, fever, flu, headaches, rheumatism, respiratory problems, sores, ulcers and viral infections.
Some other uses: Pharmaceutics and Veterinary.
Common name: eucalyptus Radiata
Latin name:
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Leaves and twigs
Countries of origins: Australia and Tasmania.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Bronchitis, colds, coughs muccular infections; as an antiseptic, rheumatism, viral infections and whooping cough.
Some other uses: Pharmaceutics and Veterinary.
Common name: Fennel
Latin name: Foeniculum vulgare
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Seeds
Countries of origins: India, Japan, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Romania and Russia.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Constipation, digestive problems, kidney stones, menopausal problems, nausea; as a diuretic and obesity.
Some other uses: Food Industry, Pharmaceutics and Veterinary.
Common name: Frankincense
Latin name: Buswellia thurifera
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Bark
Countries of origins: China, Ethiopia, Somalia and southern Arabia.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Bronchitis, colds, coughs, fevers, laryngitis, nervous conditions, sores, stress, tension and wounds.
Some other uses: Pharmaceutics and Religion.
Common name: Galbanum
Latin name: Ferula galbaniflua
Type of plant: Plant
Obtained from: Bark
Countries of origins: Cape of Good Hope, Iran and Lebanon.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Bronchitis, inflammation, nervous conditions, respiratory problems, swelling and tension.
Some other uses: Perfumery
Common name: Geranium
Latin name: Pelargonium graveolens
Type of plant: Plant
Obtained from: Flowers, leaves and stalks
Countries of origins: Algeria, China, Egypt, France, Madagascar, Morocco, Reunion and USSR.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Bleeding, circulatory conditions, depression, diarrhea, diabetes, eczema, kidney stones, menstrual problems, neuralgia, nervous tension, sores and sore throats.
Some other uses: Cosmetics, Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Ginger
Latin name: Zingiber officinale
Type of plant: Plant
Obtained from: Roots
Countries of origins: China, India, Japan and West Africa
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Alcoholism, broken bones, colds, digestive disorders, diarrhea, muscular aches and pains, nausea, rheumatism and sprains.
Some other uses: Food Industry and Perfumery.
Common name: Grapefruit
Latin name: Citrus paradisi
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Rind of fruit
Countries of origins: Israel and United States
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Depression; as a tonic and aid in drug withdrawal, Kidney and liver problems, migraine, obesity and tonic.
Some other uses: Cosmetics, Food Industry and Perfumery.
Common name: Hops
Latin name: Humulus lupulus
Type of plant: Plant
Obtained from: Buds and flowers
Countries of origins: New Zealand, Northern Europe, Russia, Spain and United States.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Analgesic, bruising, diuretic, menstrual and menopausal problems, neuralgia, rheumatism; as a never tonic and sedative.
Some other uses: Food Industry and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Hyssop
Latin name: Hyssopus officinalis
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Flowering tops and leaves
Countries of origins: Brazil, Palestine and southern Europe.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Arthritis, Asthma; as a tonic, blood pressure, bruising, circulatory problems, colds, coughs, nervous tension, rheumatism, sore throat and viral infections.
Some other uses: Food Industry and Perfumery.
Common name: Immortelle (Italian Everlasting)
Latin name: helichrysum angustifolium
Type of plant: Flower
Obtained from: Flowering top
Countries of origins: Europe
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Bacterial infections, colds, depression, fever; as a fungicide, flu, lethargy, muscular aches and pains, respiratory problems, rheumatism and weakness.
Some other uses: Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Jasmine
Latin name: Jasminum officinale
Type of plant: Bush
Obtained from: Flowers
Countries of origins: Algeria, China, Egypt, France and Morocco
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Anxiety, depression, laryngitis, lethargy; as a relaxant, menstrual problems and nervous tension.
Some other uses: Cosmetics and Perfumery.
Common name: Juniper
Latin name: Juniperus Communis
Type of plant: Bush
Obtained from: Berries
Countries of origins: Asia, Europe, North Africa and North America
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Acne, coughs, obesity, liver problems, rheumatism, ulcers and urinary infections; as a diuretic.
Some other uses: Food Industry, Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Lavender
Latin name: Lavendula Angustifolium, officinalis
Type of plant: Plant
Obtained from: Flowering tops
Countries of origins: England, France, Tasmania and Yugoslavia
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Acne, arthritis, asthma, bacterial conditions, boils, burns, cuts, dermatitis, eczema, fainting, headaches, hysteria, infections, influenza, insomnia, migraine, nausea, nervous tension, rheumatism, sores, ulcers and wounds.
Some other uses: Cosmetics, Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Lemon
Latin name: Citrus Limonum
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Rind of fruit
Countries of origins: Argentina, Brazil, Israel and United States
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Antiseptic, anxiety; as a tonic, astringent, blood pressure, debility, digestive problems, fever, gallstones, nervous conditions and sore throat.
Some other uses: Cosmetics, Food Industry, Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Lemongrass
Latin name: Cymbopogon citratus
Type of plant: Grass
Obtained from: Whole Plant
Countries of origins: Brazil, Central Africa and Sri Lanka
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Antiseptic, fevers; as a tonic, headaches, infections, insect repellent, respiratory problems and sore throat
Some other uses: Perfumery and Pharmaceutics
Common name: Lime
Latin name: Citrus aurantifolia
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Rind
Countries of origins: Brazil, Italy, Mexico and West Indies
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Alcoholism, Anorexia, Anxiety; as an astringent and tonic, fevers, headaches, rheumatism and sore throats.
Some other uses: Confectionery, Food Industry and Perfumery.
Common name: Mace
Latin name: Myristica fragrans
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Peel of plant
Countries of origins: Java, Sri Lanka, Sumatra and West Indies
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Arthritis; as an aid to circulation, bacterial infection, general weakness, gout, indigestion and rheumatism.
Some other uses: Dentistry, Food Industry and Perfumery.
Common name: Mandarin
Latin name: Citrus Nobilis
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Peel of fruit
Countries of origins: Argentina, Brazil, China, Italy and Spain
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Anxiety; as a tranquilizer, digestive weakness, insomnia, liver problems and nervousness.
Some other uses: Food Industry and Perfumery.
Common name: Marjoram
Latin name: Origanum marjorana
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Flowering tops and leaves
Countries of origins: Egypt, France, Germany, Hungary, Portugal and Spain.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Anxiety, asthma, bronchitis, bruises, circulatory disorders, colds, insomnia, intestinal cramps, menstrual problems, muscular problems, rheumatism and sprains.
Some other uses: Food Industry and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Melissa
Latin name: Melissa officinalis
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Leaves
Countries of origins: Europe and Mediterranean
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Bacterial infections, diarrhea, eczema; as a cardiac tonic and sedative, fungal infections and nervousness.
Some other uses: Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Myrrh
Latin name: Commiphora myrrha
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Bark or resin
Countries of origins: Ethiopia, North Africa and Somalia
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: bacterial infections, bronchitis, candida, dermatitis, diarrhea, fungal infections, mouth ulcers and wounds.
Some other uses: Dentistry and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Neroli (Orange Blossom)
Latin name: Citrus bigaradia, aurantium
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Flowers
Countries of origins: Australia, East Indies and Tasmania
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Anxiety, depression, dermatitis; as a cardiac tonic, diarrhea, hysteria, menopausal problems and nervous tension.
Some other uses: Cosmetics, Food Industry and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Niaouli
Latin name: Melaleuca viridiflora
Type of plant: Bush
Obtained from: Leaves and twigs
Countries of origins: Australia, East Indies and Tasmania
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Acne; as an antiseptic, bacterial disease, burns, cuts and wounds, infections, respiratory problems and sore throats.
Some other uses: Cosmetics and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Nutmeg
Latin name: Myristica fragrans
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Seed
Countries of origins: Java, Indonesia, Sumatra and West Indies.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Arthritis, insomnia; as a heart stimulant, muscular aches and pains, nausea, nervousness, rheumatism and vomiting.
Some other uses: Food Industry and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Orange
Latin name: Citrus aurantium
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Rind of fruit
Countries of origins: Brazil, France, Spain and United States
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Anxiety, constipation, depression, muscular spasm; as a antiseptic, sedative and tonic, and nervous conditions.
Some other uses: Food Industry and Perfumery.
Common name: Oregano
Latin name: Origanum vulgare
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Flowering tops and leaves
Countries of origins: Asia, Egypt, Europe and North Africa.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Bronchitis, digestive problems, muscular pain, respiratory problems, rheumatism and viral infections.
Some other uses: Food Industry
Common name: Palma Rosa
Latin name: Cymbopogon martini
Type of plant: Grass
Obtained from: whole plant
Countries of origins: Brazil and Central America
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Anorexia; as a tonic and skin infections.
Some other uses: Cosmetics and Perfumery.
Common name: Parsley
Latin name: Petroselinum sativum
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: seeds
Countries of origins: Europe
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Kidney problems, menopausal; as a diuretic and sedative, menstrual problems and nervous conditions.
Some other uses: Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Patchouli
Latin name: Pogostemon patchouli
Type of plant: Plant
Obtained from: Leaves
Countries of origins: China, Indonesia, Japan and Madagascar.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Acne, dandruff; as an antiseptic, diuretic and insecticide, eczema, fungal infections and skin inflammation.
Some other uses: Cosmetics and Perfumery.
Common name: Peppermint
Latin name: Mentha piperata
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Whole Plant
Countries of origins: America, China and Europe
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Arthritis; as a stimulant, fevers, flatulence, headaches, inflammation, indigestion, liver problems, migraine and nausea.
Some other uses: Food Industry and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Pettigraine
Latin name: Citrus aurantium
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Leaves and twigs
Countries of origins: Brazil, France, Italy and Paraguay
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Anxiety, depression; as an aid to convalescence, antiseptic and tonic, and insomnia.
Some other uses: Cosmetics and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Pimento
Latin name: Pimenta officinalis
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Berries and twigs
Countries of origins: India, Reunion and West Indies
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Colds, cramps, depression; as a tonic and tranquilizer, flatulence, indigestion, intestinal problems, muscular strains and rheumatism.
Some other uses: Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Pine
Latin name: Pinus sylvestris
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Needles and twigs
Countries of origins: Europe, North America and USSR
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Bladder and kidney problems, catarrh, chest infections, circulation problems, colds, muscular aches and pains, respiratory problems and rheumatism.
Some other uses: Pharmaceutics
Common name: Ravensara
Latin name: Ravensara aromatica
Type of plant: Bush
Obtained from: Leaves
Countries of origins: Australia and Madagascar
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Liver infections, lung problems, respiratory problems; as an antiseptic and viral infections.
Some other uses: Pharmaceutics
Common name: Rose Bulgar
Latin name: Rosa Damascena
Type of plant: Bush
Obtained from: Flowers and petals
Countries of origins: Bulgaria
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Anxiety, circulatory problems, depression, menstrual problems; as an antiseptic and tonic.
Some other uses: Cosmetics and Perfumery.
Common name: Rosa Marco
Latin name: Rosa Damascena
Type of plant: Bush
Obtained from: Flowers and petals
Countries of origins: Morocco
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Circulatory conditions; as a sedative and tonic, depression, menstrual disorders, stress and tension.
Some other uses: Cosmetics and Perfumery.
Common name: Rosemary
Latin name: Rosmarinus officinalis
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Flowers and leaves
Countries of origins: France, Japan, Spain and Yugoslavia.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Alopecia, analgesic, fatigue, gout, headaches, Heart tonic and liver decongestant, muscular aches and pains, obesity, skin infections, spinal injuries; as a nerve stimulant, sprains and rheumatism.
Some other uses: pharmaceutics and Veterinary.
Common name: Sage
Latin name: Salvia officinalis
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Flowers and leaves
Countries of origins: China and Mediterranean
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Arthritis, bacterial infections, bronchitis, catarrh, Fibrositis; as an astringent, sores, sprains and rheumatism.
Some other uses: Pharmaceutics and Veterinary.
Common name: Sandalwood
Latin name: Santalum album
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Wood
Countries of origins: India and Indonesia
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Acne, bacterial and fungal infections; as a sedative, catarrh, cystitis, depression and menstrual problems.
Some other uses: Perfumery and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Spearmint
Latin name: Mentha spicata
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Flowering tops and leaves
Countries of origins: Europe, Mediterranean, Russia and United States.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Colic, fevers, flatulence, hemorrhoids, indigestion, intestinal cramps and nausea.
Some other uses: Cosmetics, Food Industry and Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Tagetes
Latin name: Tagetes patula
Type of plant: Plant
Obtained from: Flowers
Countries of origins: Northern Africa
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Circulatory problems; as an antiseptic, cuts, fungal infections, skin infections, sprains and strains.
Some other uses: Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Tea Tree
Latin name: Melaleua alternifolia
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Leaves and twigs
Countries of origins: Australia and Tasmania
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Acne, bacterial and viral infections, burns, candida, colds, cold sores, fungal infections, hysteria, inflammation, influenza, shock, verrucas and warts
Some other uses: Pharmaceutics and Veterinary.
Common name: Thyme, Red
Latin name: Thymus vulgaris
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Flowering tops and leaves
Countries of origins: Egypt and Mediterranean
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Bacterial infections, lethargy, rheumatism, sores, urinary infections, viral infections, wounds; as a stimulant and tonic and to raise immunity.
Some other uses: Pharmaceutics and Veterinary.
Common name: Thyme Linalol
Latin name:
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Flowering tops and leaves
Countries of origins: Mediterranean
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Bacterial infections, lethargy, rheumatism, sores, urinary infections, viral infections, wounds; as a stimulant and tonic and to raise immunity.
Some other uses: Pharmaceutics
Common name: Valerian
Latin name: Valeriana officinalis
Type of plant: Plant
Obtained from: Roots
Countries of origins: Europe, Japan, Mexico and Northern Asia.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Calming, insomnia, nervous conditions, neuralgia, palpitations; as a sedative and tranquilizer, sedative and trembling.
Some other uses: Pharmaceutics and Veterinary.
Common name: Vetiver
Latin name: Vetiveria zizanoides
Type of plant: Grass
Obtained from: Roots
Countries of origins: Comoro Islands, Indonesia and Philippines.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Insomnia, nervousness, rheumatism; as a muscular antiseptic, relaxant and tonic.
Some other uses: Perfumery.
Common name: Violet Leaves
Latin name: Viola odorata
Type of plant: Plant
Obtained from: Leaves
Countries of origins: England, France, Greece and Italy.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Fibrositis, inflammation, kidney problems, obesity, rheumatism; as an analgesic and liver decongestant, and skin infections.
Some other uses: Perfumery.
Common name: Yarrow
Latin name: Achillea millefolium
Type of plant: Herb
Obtained from: Flowering tops and leaves
Countries of origins: Africa, Europe and North America
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Circulation, constipation, cramps, inflammations, menstrual problems; as an astringent and rheumatoid arthritis.
Some other uses: Pharmaceutics.
Common name: Ylang-Ylang
Latin name: Cananga odorata
Type of plant: Tree
Obtained from: Flowers
Countries of origins: Comoro Islands, Indonesia and Philippines.
Aroma-therapeutic home uses: Anxiety, depression, high blood pressure; as a gereal tonic and sedative, and palpations.
Some other uses: Perfumery.
*Note: You should always test a small area of skin with a little bit of the mixture before you use a large amount of the mixture on a large area of the body, just to make sure that you don’t experience some kind of an allergic reaction to the mixture.*
The material in this article is not meant to take the place of diagnosis and treatment by a qualified medical practitioner. All recommendations herein contained are believed to be effective but since the actual use of essential oils by other individuals is beyond the author’s control, no expressed or implied guarantee as to the effects of their use can be given nor liability taken.
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