Cabreuva Essential Oil
Cabreuva is a graceful, tall tropical tree, 12-15 m high, with a very hard wood, extremely resistant to moisture and mould growth. A member of the legume family. It yields a balsam when the trunk is damaged, like many South American trees. Found in Brazil, Paraguay, Chile and north Argentina.
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| Botanical Name: | Myrocarpus fastigiatus Fr. All. |
| Family: | Fabaceae |
| Synonyms: | Cabureicia, baume de perou brun, cabreuva wood oil |
| See Also: | Myrocarpus frondosus |
| Parts Used: | Wood chips and sawdust |
| Extraction Method: | Steam distilled. |
| Appearance: | Pale yellow liquid |
| Aroma Description: | Sweet, rich, woody, floral |
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| Historical Uses: | At one time included in European pharmacopeias for its antiseptic qualities |
| Modern Uses: | Aromatherapy use for treating cuts, scars, wounds, chills coughs and colds. Other uses as a fixitive and fragrance in soaps and perfumes. |
| Cautions: | Non toxic, non irritant, non sensitizing |
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