GIFT FROM AUSTRALIA. EUCALYPTUS STORY
Family: Myrtaceae
Lat.name: Eucalyptus globulus
Eucalyptus originated in Australia. Today Eucalyptus is cultivated worldwide in tropical, subtropical and temperate regions. This fast-growing, evergreen tree can reach heights up to 400 feet, having a blue-gray trunk and bluish-green and covered with oil-bearing glands. The bark is peeling and papery and the leaves are susceptible to frosts.
The dried leaves and oil are used more often.
Eucalyptus globulus contains volatile oil (80% cineole), flavonoids, tannins, resin.
Forms of using:
- Tincture
- Cream
- Ointment
- Tea
- Essential oils
- Massage oil
- Powders
- Extract
- Capsules
And our usual rubric of delicious and healthy pieces of adviсe. Today we talk about how to prepare Eucalyptus Tea.
You need:
* 1 cup of water
* 1/2 teaspoon od dried eucalyptus leaves
* Honey (optional)
Preparation:
Pour leaves and water in a pot. Next bring the mixture to a boil. Cover and steep for 10 min. Then strain the tea. Add honey and enjoy!
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