The efficacy and function of Eucalyptus globulus leaves

Eucalyptus globulus leaves are a type of traditional Chinese medicine and are very helpful for many diseases. Below we will briefly introduce the straight-stem blue eucalyptus leaves.

[Source] Medicinal material source: The leaves of Eucalyptus globulus, a plant of the Myrtaceae family.

【Original form】Large tree. The bark is gray-blue and falls off year by year, with persistent bark at the base; the young branches are round and angular. Young leaves are mostly opposite; leaves are ovate to round, 4-12cm long, cordate at the base, sessile or amplexicaul, gray; mature leaves are lanceolate, 20cm long, 2.5cm wide, leathery, with many black glandular dots on both sides; petiole is 1-1.5cm long. The umbel has 3-7 flowers, the peduncle is flattened or ribbed; the pedicel is about 2mm long; the buds are elliptical, 1.2cm long, 8mm wide, and pointed at both ends; the calyx tube is obconical and ribbed; the cap is triangular-conical, the same length as the calyx crown; there are many stamens, and the anthers are obovate and longitudinally fissured. The capsule is bell-shaped or inverted cone-shaped, 8-10mm long and 10-12mm wide, with a wide fruit margin, 3-5 petals, and the tip protruding outside the calyx tube.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Planted in Yunnan and Sichuan.

【Nature and flavor】 Spicy; bitter; cool

【Functions and indications】 Soothe wind and relieve exterior symptoms; clear away heat and relieve itching. Mainly used for colds, influenza, pharyngitis, burns, mastitis, urticaria, eczema

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: decoction, 3-15g. For external use: take appropriate amount, decoct in water for washing or grind into powder for application.

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

I believe that through the detailed introduction of Eucalyptus globulus leaves in this article, everyone can understand the efficacy and medicinal properties of Eucalyptus globulus leaves. I hope this helps you all.