Myrtle

Myrtle Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Myrtus communis

Plant Part: Leaves and Twigs

Extraction Method: Steam

Origin: France

Description: Myrtle essential oil comes from a small tree with many tough slender boughs. It has a brownish red bark with small pointed leaves. It produces flowers which turn into black berries; both the flowers and leaves are very fragrant.

Color: Pale yellow to orange essential oil

Common Uses: Myrtle essential oil has common use as an astringent, antiseptic, vulnerary, and as a decongestant.

Consistency: Light / Thin.

Note: Middle to Top

Strength of Aroma: Myrtle essential oil is characterized as being antiseptic, an astringent, bactericidal, and as an expectorant. Aromatherapy applications include usage to combat sore throats and coughs.

Blends well with: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove, Hyssop, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Lavender (All), Peppermint (All), Rosemary (All), Spearmint, Thyme (All), and Tea Tree.

Aromatic Scent: Myrtle essential oil has a clear, fresh scent that is slightly camphoraceous – much like Eucalyptus.

History: The ancient Egyptians used Myrtle, a plant native to Africa, to remedy sore throats and coughs. As early as 1867 there is also evidence that the essential oil was commonly being used by medical practitioners.

Cautions: None known.