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!