Originally from Australia, the lemon eucalyptus has been acclimatised in many countries such as Brazil, Madagascar and China. It is a large tree that can reach
It is a large tree that can reach 25 to 50 metres.
Main aromatic molecules: Terpene aldehydes (citronnellal), monoterpenols (citronnellol, isopulegol), terpene esters (citronnellyle acetate).
Family: Myrtaceae.
Producing organs: Leaves.
Yield: 1.25kg of essential oil per 100kg of leaves.
Equivalence: 1 ml → 29 drops (dosage calculated for a calibrated dropper European Pharmacopoeia).
