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Gully Gum

Gully Gum

Latin Name: Eucalyptus smithii
Description of Appearance: Eucalyptus smithii is a tall, slender tree with smooth white or grey bark and lance-shaped, green leaves. It produces clusters of white flowers.
Common Names:
  • Gully Gum
  • Smith's Small-leaved Peppermint
  • Botany Bay Peppermint

Health Information

Health uses for this plant

Antiseptic and wound healing

Active Ingredients: Terpenes, phenolic compounds
Part Of Plant Used: Leaves or oil
Preperation Method: Diluted oil applied to skin or wounds

Muscle and joint pain relief

Active Ingredients: Anti-inflammatory compounds
Part Of Plant Used: Oil extracted from leaves
Preperation Method: Topical application or massage

Insect repellent

Active Ingredients: Citronellal, pinene
Part Of Plant Used: Oil
Preperation Method: Topical application or diffused in the air

Respiratory conditions (e.g., coughs, colds, bronchitis)

Active Ingredients: Eucalyptol (1,8-cineole)
Part Of Plant Used: Leaves
Preperation Method: Steam inhalation or topical application using eucalyptus oil

Active Phytochemical

Active phytochemicals found in this plant

Terpenes

Description Terpenes are a large class of organic compounds produced by a variety of plants and some insects. They are known for their strong aroma and play a role in plant defense mechanisms.

Citronellal

Description Citronellal is a naturally occurring organic compound that is classified as a monoterpene. It is commonly found in citrus oils and has a strong lemon-like scent.

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