No. 063Oil
Eucalyptus globulus
Leaf oil
Oil
Eucalyptus oil
A fresh, cooling oil used in rubs and inhalations.
- Botanical name
- Eucalyptus globulus
- Also known as
- Nilgiri tel
- Part used
- Leaf oil
- Evidence
- Traditional use Evidence level 1 of 5
- Body systems
- Joints and muscles
In tradition
Nilgiri oil is used for aching muscles and for clearing the nose.
In research
Eucalyptol, also called 1,8-cineole, is its principal compound.
Strength of evidence
Traditional use Evidence level 1 of 5Documented in classical texts or long practice. Not yet tested in clinical trials. How we grade evidence.
Where you will find it
Products that contain it
Ingredient pages summarise traditional use and the direction of published research for education. They are not claims about any product and are not medical advice.
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