Common Name: Wintergreen, Natural
Family Name: Ericaceae
Scientific Name: Gaultheria procumbens, G. fragrantissima
Country of Production: Nepal
Indigenous Country: Nepal
Country of Production: Nepal
History:
Chemical Constituents: Class: Ester. Up to 99% methyl salicylate.
Plant Description: An evergreen herb growing up to 6in. high with slender creeping stems producing leathery leaves, white flowers, and red berries.
Processing Methods: Steam or water distilled
Yin Yang: Yin
Color Range: Light yellow.
Applications: Bath (with proper fixed oil), massage.
Emotional: Detached from feelings, hurt, heart has hardened, not easily affected emotionally TO soften of the heart, allowing yourself to feel hurt and able to go beyond that to a place of wisdom, more able to give and receive love
Mental: I can feel my pain and I can grow from it. I choose to love more not less. I can realize that one is trying to hurt me without being hurt and without hurting in return.
Physical: Used for eczema, acne, blemishes, wounds, sore muscles, arthritis, rheumatism, edema, headaches (liver congestion). Not recommended for use in aromatherapy as the oil is toxic and can irritant the skin.
Spiritual: Can indicate that you have been hurt in relationships. You have been left or emotionally or mentally battered. It is time for you to heal the hurt and get on with your life. It is time to love again.
