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The niaouli is an evergreen tree with pointed leaves and spiky long yellow flowers. The leaves of the evergreen are extremely fragrant when crushed. Niaouli can be found in New Caledonia and Australia. It is sought after for its antiseptic, clearing and cleansing and as a physical and mental stimulant. Niaouli’s essential oil is extracted by steam distillation from its twigs, leaves and shoots. Niaouli’s essential oil has a sharp, clear floral aroma. It is used for its decongestant, insecticidal and stimulant properties. Niaouli is often mixed with juniper, lavender, lemon, lime, myrtle, rosemary, Scotch pine and sweet fennel to prepare many different mixtures for many different ailments.
Niaouli has a long history of use by many different cultures. In New Caledonia the fresh air and absence of malaria is credited solely to the niaouli tree. It is also used in New Caledonia to purify their water supply. In the Middle East it is valued as a tea that helps stimulate healthy bowels. It has been used in many hospitals: the French use it in the obstetrics and gynecology fields because of its high antiseptic qualities.
In today’s society it is used during radiology treatments on the skin to prevent burning during radiation treatments. Niaouli is used often with cancer patients because of its effect as a stimulant for the circulation and it increased the growth of white blood cells. It can be used to alleviate the pain of muscle tension. It is also good for intestinal infections along with urinary infections.
When using niaouli to wash infected wounds it is best used when diluted. Niaouli rinse is often prescribed by herbalist to aid in healing of acne, boils, ulcers, cuts and insect bites because of its powerful tissue stimulant. Niaouli is used to aid in clearing the mind and it aids in concentration.
Niaouli oil is nontoxic and it is not irritating: it is a powerful stimulant, so be sure to use it early at night and only use in combination with more sedative oil. Be sure to buy only good quality niaouli oil.
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