January 15, 2012 | Posted in: Herbs & Essential Oils
Source: Australia
Distillation: Steam distilled from leaves
Botanical name: Callitris glaucophylla
Note: Also known as White Cypress
Jade cypress is a powerful anti-inflammatory essential oil. It is very useful for massage, especially to relieve pain or inflammation in joints, muscles, and injuries.
It has antibacterial and antiviral properties, and can be diffused to relieve coughing and respiratory congestion.
Inhaling jade cypress can relieve the feeling of mental or emotional overload, especially from stressful events or too much mental stimulation. It is balancing to the Earth element, and when applied to chakras or pressure points, can relax the mind and rejuvenate depleted spleen energy.
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