PINE (LONGLEAF) - Pinus Palustris

The oil is extracted from the twigs, cones and needles of the tree. It is grown commercially in North America and Northern Europe.

Pine was used by the ancient Greeks and Romans for respiratory problems and muscular aches and pains. It is still  used today throughout Scandinavia - the needles are burnt to drive away insects, infections and clean rooms or germs.

The essential oil has a very strong camphor, balsamic smell akin to crished pine needles and is both antiseptic and stimulating.

In aromatherapy it is a strong germ killer and tonic, is excellent for viral infections eg. coughs, colds, bronchitis and flu. It helps clear toxins from the body. Also great for muscular aches, arthitis and rheumatism.

USE AT HOME:Massage, baths, inhalation, poultice. For easing a cough or blocked nose - massage into the chest area.
Rub into aching joints. In the bath, improves circulation and relieves muscular pain.
If used undiluted on a damp cloth it it an efficient household disinfectant for the bathroom or to deodorise shoes.