Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Cajuput
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Leaves and flowers of the Melaleuca leucadendron tree 
- Cajuput (Melaleuca leucadendra)
Cajuput oil comes from the leaves of the Melaleuca leucadendra tree. It has a sweet scent. It has an antiseptic effect.
Properties
Digestive
Soothes vomiting.
Respiratory
Alleviates Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of ailments/Bronchitis|bronchitis]], laryngitis and symptoms of a cold.
Skin
Improves acne and psoriasis.
Caution
- Cajuput oil may irritate the skin and mucus membranes.
