COMMON NAME: Niaouli, Gomenol Oil, Cineole type Niaouli, MQV, True Niaouli

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Melaleuca viridiflora, M. quinquenervia

FAMILY NAME: Myrtaceae (Myrtle)

INDIGENOUS COUNTRY: Australia

COUNTRY OF PRODUCTION: Madagascar, Australia, Tasmania

HISTORY INFORMATION: Aborgines used for aches and pains, respiratory conditions, infections and to purify water. Gomenol was named after a port in the French East Indies called "Gomen" where the oil was once shipped. The oil has a history of being adulterated and mislabeled. Magically used to defend psychic attacks.

GENERAL INFORMATION: There are two types of Niaouli. There is the cineole type (which is the one described here) and a linalool type. The linalool type is also high in nerolidol, which is a naturally-occurring alcohol. Niaouli cineole type is considered a Tea Tree substitute and it is softer and sweeter than Tea Tree. Sometimes the oil is rectified to remove aldehydes. The Cineole type may also be referred to as MQV or True Niaouli. Schnabelt descibes this oil as coming from a tree that causes allergies bur one of the best oils to relief allergies especially from tree allergies.

DESCRIPTION OF PLANT: An evergreen tree growing to 60 feet with a flexible or paper bark and pointed linear leaves bearing yellow spike flowers.

PARTS PROCESSED: Leaves and twigs.

PROCESSING METHODS: Steam distilled.

COLOR RANGE: Clear to light green.

CHEMICAL CONSTITUENTS: Class: Oxide. 60% Cineole, terpineol, pinene, limeone, citrene, terebenthene, valeric, esters

PHYSICAL ACTIONS AND USES: Analgesic, anthelminthic,, antirheumatic, antiseptic, bactericidal, balsamic, cicatrizant, diaphoretic, expectorant, insecticide, parasiticide, refreshing, revitalizing, stimulant, vermifuge. Used for acne, burns, herpes, insect bites, oily skin, protects from deep burns in radiation, infected wounds, asthma, bronchitis, catarrh, coughs, sinusitis, tuberculosis, muscular aches and pains, gastritis, flatulence, gastric ulcers, diarrhea, intestinal worms, food poisoning, stimulating estrogen production, vaginitis, cystitis,, colds, fever, flu, infections. Used to improve digestion, strengthen the immune system and support the endocrine system, cleanse the intestines, purify, remove cellulite and waste materials from the body, remove excess fluids, relax the nerves, open sinus and breathing passages, uplift moods, improve mental clarity, sharpen the senses, relieve aches, pains, inflammation and spasms.

MENTAL USES: I live in a world that cares for me and provides for my needs. Life is sweet. I treat others with dignity and they treat me with dignity. There is enough for all of us, as there is no end to love.

EMOTIONAL USES: Stubborn, must have your way, you are right, greedy, hold onto things or money (yet never seem to have money), or "work, work and never get ahead", never have enough, often into power struggles, unloved, abandoned, left out TO surrendering, feeling loved, abundant, letting go

SPIRITUAL USES: Can indicate that there are childhood issues, especially around 2 years of age that need to be cleared. Niaouli helps to resolve power struggles begun in infancy, usually around food, but more often around body function such as potty training. A habit of "holding onto" to retain your power instead of letting go or surrendering starts patterns of lack and limitation leading to money and pleasure issues. Niaouli allows you to regain the sweetness, pleasure and abundance in your life. It can also help with issues of sibling rivalry where one child is loved more than another. It is especially good for the sacral and root chakras.

APPLICATIONS: Aroma lamp, bath, inhaler, diffusor, lotion, massage, mist spray, salve.

WARNINGS\CONTRAINDICATIONS: No formal testing, avoid in pregnancy and with infants and children.