Turpentine Essential Oil
The Longleaf Pine (Pinus palustris) is a pine native to the southeast United States, found along the coastal plain from eastern Texas to southeast Virginia extending into northern and central Florida. It reaches a height of 30-35 m (100-115 ft) and a diameter of 0.7 m (28"). In the past, they reportedly grew to 47 m (154 ft) with a diameter of 1.2 m (47"). The bark is thick, reddish-brown, and scaly. The leaves are dark green, needle-like, and occur in bundles of three. They are often twisted and are remarkably long 20-45 cm (8-18") in length. It is one of the two southeastern U.S. pines with long needles, the other being Slash Pine
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| Botanical Name: | Pinus palustris Mill. |
| Family: | Pinaceae |
| Synonyms: | Terebinth. Turpentine balsam, Spirit of Turpentine |
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| Parts Used: | Crude oleoresin |
| Extraction Method: | Steam Distillation |
| Appearance: | Colourless liquid |
| Aroma Description: | Fresh warm balsamic |
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| Consistancy: | Light |
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| Historical Uses: | An ancient oil recommended by Galen and Hippocrates for genito-urinary infections, digestive complaint, externally for rheumatism and neuraglia, and for skin conditions. |
| Modern Uses: | Used in many products (ointments, lotions etc) for relief of aches and pains, cold and coughs. Also used as a stain remover and insecticide. |
| Cautions: | Envirnmental hazard, marine pollutant. Relatively non-toxic and non-irritant, possible sensitizer in some folks. |
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