Lemon eucalyptus leaf benefits and effects

The development of Western medicine has brought some crises to traditional Chinese medicine. But traditional Chinese medicine still has many magical aspects. Let’s talk about the effects and functions of the traditional Chinese medicine lemon eucalyptus.

[Source] It is the leaves of Eucalyptus citriodora , a plant of the Myrtaceae family. Harvest on a sunny day in autumn and dry in the shade.

[Original form] Lemon eucalyptus, also known as: oil eucalyptus, lemon-scented eucalyptus, and long-lasting fragrance.

[Habitat distribution] Cultivated in Guangdong, Fujian, Guangxi, Sichuan and other places. Produced in Guangxi, Guangdong and other places.

[Properties] Dry leaves are oblong (young leaves) or ovate-lanceolate (old leaves), yellow-green in color. The young leaves have brown prickles on the surface and petioles, many cork spots, are rough, and have a strong aroma. The old leaves are smooth and hairless, and their fragrance is slightly inferior to that of young leaves.

[Chemical composition] Contains 0.5-2.0% volatile oil, the main components of which are citronellal, citronellol, geraniol, isopulegol, 1,8-cineole and guaiacol. It also contains rutin, quercetin, quercetin, shikimic acid, quinic acid, glutaric acid, succinic acid, malic acid, citric acid and a eucalyptol, which may be a derivative of coumarin.

[Pharmacological action] Citral has anti-tuberculosis effect. Its concentration of 1:1 million can inhibit the growth of human tuberculosis bacteria (H37Rv), which is equivalent to isoniazid in efficacy; 1:600,000 can inhibit Staphylococcus aureus; 1:600,000 can inhibit the growth of Mycobacterium phleis. It also has an inhibitory effect on certain fungi, but is ineffective against Escherichia coli. The trunk of the same plant, Eucalyptous maculata Hook., contains components that are irritating to the skin, and the gum it produces has highly astringent properties.

【Nature and flavor】 "Nanning Pharmacopoeia": "bitter, warm."

【Functions and indications】 ① "Nanning City Pharmacopoeia": "It can reduce swelling and dissipate toxins. It can treat diarrhea and stomachache. It can be boiled in water to wash boils, treat skin diseases and rheumatism and bone pain."

[Usage and Dosage] For oral administration: decoct in water, 2 to 3 qian. For external use: decoct in water and wash.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

【Source】 From "Guangxi Chinese Materia Medica"

Everyone should know about the medicinal value of lemon eucalyptus leaves, so you can be more targeted when consuming them in your daily life. More reasonable use of medicines can better treat some common diseases.