- Product Code: EOMELE
Relatively new to the Essential Oil Industry, as its only been in the market for less than 20 years. This Australian native grows between 3 - 8 metres around swampy lowlands, along creeks and behind sand dunes in coastal
areas, on low level to high salinity soils. M. ericifolia is calming and relaxing properties make it ideal for sleep and stress disorders.
Also knowns as "Rosalina oil", Melaleuca Ericifolia is a wild harvested Australian native. It is said that there are similarities with Lavender but fresher in note. The composition of the oil has been compared to Tea Tree (M. alternifolia) oil except the major constituent is linalool. Also an alternative for those who don't like the Lavender scent, but may appreciate the M. ericifolia with it's slight Tea Tree-like odour.
Useful for respiratory infections with congestion, such as in bronchitis, sinusitis, colds and ‘flu, etc., particularly in small children. It is a gentle, calming and relaxant properties. For sleep and stress related disorders, such as mild insomnia and agitation/anxiety. It aids in minor skin irritations, such as acne, boils, tinea, and herpes. It is rapidly absorbed through the skin.
Safety Precautions : Flammable.
Blends well with : Blue Cypress, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Lemon, Litsea Cubeba, Peppermint Gum, Niaouli, and Tea Tree.
FACT : The tree was first identified as a potential "new" Australian essential oil in the early 1950’s. It is not known whether this plant was used in the traditional pharmacopoeia of native Australians.