KUNZEA AMBIGUA ESSENTIAL OIL
Kunzea Ambigua Australia, Ethically Farmed, Steam Distilled
from flowering branches. (Sometimes known as Tick Bush or Spring
Flower Bush.)
Tasmanian aromatherapists say that Kunzea is the most healing of the
native Australian Essential Oils.
Aromatically Kunzea Ambigua is initially "medicinal" in scent; the
high levels of cineole and alpha-pinene are the first thing I was aware
of. But it softens on dry-down to leave a subtly spicy note.
The name "Tick Bush" comes from the habit of cattle and wild animals
resting close to the tree because it seems to repel ticks. Will
the essential oil have this effect? I don't know. But it would
certainly be worth trying.
Physical Effects of Kunzea
Kunzea ambigua Essential Oil has been tested and proven effective
against Staph, E-coli, and Candida.
In Australia it is registered for the temporary relief of
arthritis pain, for relief of the symptoms of influenza, relief of
muscular aches and pains, temporary relief of the pain of
rheumatism, and to help relief nervous tension, stress, and minor
anxiety.
Jeanne Rose states that the essential oil is
analgesic and anti-inflammatory,
useful for sports and injury relief. Topical application will
diffuse bruising and reduce swelling and irritation, as well as
relieving arthritis and muscular pain. She suggests that
inhalation may relieve sinus pain and anxiety.
Others use it as an insect repellant (for ticks, especially I would
guess,) a room deodorizer in a nursing home environment, for rapid
repair of soft tissue injuries including strains, sprains and bruises.
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