Difference between revisions of "Kunzea Ericoides"
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Mānuka and kānuka are superficially similar species and are often confused with one another. The easiest way to tell the difference between them is to feel the foliage, kānuka leaves being soft, while mānuka leaves are prickly | Mānuka and kānuka are superficially similar species and are often confused with one another. The easiest way to tell the difference between them is to feel the foliage, kānuka leaves being soft, while mānuka leaves are prickly | ||
==Health Benefits and uses of Kunzea Ericoides== | ==Health Benefits and uses of Kunzea Ericoides== | ||
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| + | s: It can be used when manufacturing anti-acne preparations, foot creams, oral hygiene products, skin and hair care preparations, preparations for prevention of body and foot odor and antibacterial preparations. In aromatherapy, it is credited with being an effective antibacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory agent. It is also useful for muscular pain relief, sprains and sports injuries. | ||
| + | Blends Well With: Lavender, Clary Sage, Clove, Lemon, Marjoram, Nutmeg, Pine, Rosemary and Ylang Ylang. | ||
| + | History: Kanuka was used originally by the Maori people of New Zealand for pain and inflammation relief, skin diseases, and to promote calmness and sleep. | ||
| + | Cautions: Is a strong oil and should be well diluted in a carrier oil. Avoid use during pregnancy. | ||
[[Category:Herbal medicine]] | [[Category:Herbal medicine]] | ||
[[category:Aromatherapy]] | [[category:Aromatherapy]] | ||
[[Category:Essential oil]] | [[Category:Essential oil]] | ||
Revision as of 04:44, 26 February 2017
Other Names : White tea-tree, White manuka, Burgan, Leptospermum ericoides Mānuka and kānuka are superficially similar species and are often confused with one another. The easiest way to tell the difference between them is to feel the foliage, kānuka leaves being soft, while mānuka leaves are prickly
Health Benefits and uses of Kunzea Ericoides
s: It can be used when manufacturing anti-acne preparations, foot creams, oral hygiene products, skin and hair care preparations, preparations for prevention of body and foot odor and antibacterial preparations. In aromatherapy, it is credited with being an effective antibacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory agent. It is also useful for muscular pain relief, sprains and sports injuries. Blends Well With: Lavender, Clary Sage, Clove, Lemon, Marjoram, Nutmeg, Pine, Rosemary and Ylang Ylang. History: Kanuka was used originally by the Maori people of New Zealand for pain and inflammation relief, skin diseases, and to promote calmness and sleep. Cautions: Is a strong oil and should be well diluted in a carrier oil. Avoid use during pregnancy.
