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Other Names: New Zealand Ti-tree oil
This oil from New Zealand has a long history of use by the
Maori people, for bronchitis, rheumatism and similar conditions.
It is only very distantly related botanically to Ti-tree.
The name is due to the similarities of application between
manuka and Australian tea tree. Manuka, however, has properties
that Ti-tree does not.
Manuka plants are bushy shrubs that grow wild. The best Manuka
oil comes from plants growing at high altitudes. They are
more antibacterial than that from lower altitudes. The essential
oil is extracted by steam distillation from the leaves. The
oil is virtually colorless. It has a sweet and gentle smell. |
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Active Ingredients |
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Caryophyllene |
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Geraniol |
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Pinene |
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Linalol |
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Humulene |
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Leptospermone |
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Properties and Applications of Manuka Essential Oil
Manuka oil is analgesic, anti-allergic, anti-viral, anti-fungal,
anti-histamine, anti- infectious, antiseptic, decongestant,
insecticide and highly bactericidal across a wide spectrum.
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Anti-Viral, Anti-Fungal And Bactericidal
Useful for all respiratory tract infections: colds, catarrh,
sinusitis, bronchitis, etc. Its decongestant properties help
here too.
Manuka oil can be used in the bath, as a gargle or applied
directly over the cold sores or on the skin. It can also be
used in vaporisers during an epidemic. |
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Antiseptic
As an antiseptic for use on the skin, manuka can be applied
to cuts, spots, boils, ulcers, etc. It is especially indicated
where healing has been slow.
Manuka has a drying effect, that is taken advantage of in
the treatment for acne and for oily conditions of the skin.
For a good massage dilute the oil with a carrier to get a
dilution between 1.5% and 2%.
Use a carrier oil such as avocado or jojoba oil for use on
people with dry or sensitive skin.
Anti-histamine and anti-allergic
Good for: |
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allergic rashes |
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asthma |
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hayfever
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