Eucalyptus
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Q: Eucalyptus?
Eucalyptus?
i have a little bottle of Eucalyptus. it says to sniff it.
what does it do for me??
A: Eucalyptus is supposed to do many things like calm the soul and it soothes the mind USE IT it's a good thing and helps you relax
Q: How long do you have to season eucalyptus tree wood before burning?
Does anybody know how long you need to season eucalyptus tree for. Also can you burn any wood in an open fire (ie treated) and can you burn un seasoned wood?
A: The rule of thumb for drying wood is that it takes about 1 year to dry 1 inch of diameter. However, that is wood to be used for woodworking.
For burning, 3 months is about the minimum for split wood, but it may dry faster in California than in less-warm British Columbia.
I would strongly advise not burning any treated wood, or wood painted with lead-based paints, which will be about all wood painted prior to 1972 or '73.
The green treated wood has a lot of arsenic in it. There is enough arsenic in a 12' 2x6 to kill 10-12 people.
And since arsenic is a metal, burning won't destroy the toxin.
Any dry, split wood will burn in a properly built open fire. Some woods will spit out a lot of sparks, though, so be careful where you build your fire pit, if that's your plan. Dry wood will burn hotter and cleaner than wet wood.
You can start a fire with dry wood and newspaper, then add the wetter, unseasoned wood once the fire is burning hot and there's a good bed of coals there to remove the water from the wetter stuff.
However, some wood species holds a lot of water and won't burn very well.
Some types of wood emit toxins when burning, and I wouldn't roast hot dogs over these fires. I don't have eucalyptus here in the north, so I would recommend googling around to see if that wood is safe to use.
Q: What variety of Eucalyptus trees are to be found on Madeira, and can I buy that same variety in this country?
I bought a Eucalyptus tree in B & Q, but it does not have that wonderful smell. I wondered if I could have the same variety that would give off that smell on a warm day, or when you touch the leaves.
A: the sorid eucalyptus, the same type that bush babies eat,and no you can't grow them in uk.
Q: I have a silver dollar eucalyptus tree. How do I dry the leaves like the branches you can buy in stores?
I want to dry the branches of my eucalyptus tree to use in floral arrangements; like the branches you can buy at craft stores, but unlike the ones you buy the leaves get crispy and dry up. They also turn an ugly brown and hardly retain any aroma. Any tips would be great.
A: To air dry, bind a bunch of stems together and hang them upside down in a well-ventilated, dry place.
Q: Does eucalyptus wood work as firewood?
I need to chop down a monster eucalyptus tree in my back yard. Is that wood any good for firewood?
A: cut it down. split it green.stack it and leave for 12 months.
you will then have excellent firewood.
its all we burnt when i was a child.
we have now an open fire every night during the winter.
we burn mainly eucalyptus.
have been in this house for 25 years.we clean the chimney every couple of years. dont burn pine. it clogs everything.
now aged 71[tomorrow in fact]
Q: What are the benefits of burning eucalyptus oil?
I have a very bad cold and I am very congested besides taking over the counter meds, I am also trying to aid myself by burning some eucalyptus oil because people are telling me how it can help the situation. However, is it true? If so, can you give me a valid reference. Thanks a lot!
Hellloooo can I get some answers here?
A: Eucalyptus has long been respected for its ability to lower temperatures and help the respiratory tract by loosening and removing mucus during attacks of bronchitis, coughs, inluenza, sinusitis and throat infections. Added to a foot bath it is a prime remedy during feverish attacks. Use in inhalations and airsprays during outbreaks of disease such as those mentioned above or chickenpox or measles.
Its antiviral and antibacterial action will deter further growth of the bacteria or viruses. At the same timeit will also have the effect of giving some protection to other members of the family.
Another useful and interessting property of eucalyptus oil is that it removes many stains and grease marks from clothes. It's definitely a brain cleanser - crystallising the mind like a breath of fresh air and aiding concentration.
Caution: Avoid using if you have high blood pressure.
Avoid using if you suffer from epilepsy.
A few drops of ecualyptus on a tissue placed on the bedside table will help to clear a stuffy nose and allow you to sleep.
Q: How to make your house smell of Eucalyptus?
I thought about boiling water and adding Eucalyptus oil. Will adding baking soda enhance it?
Any other suggestions?
Thank you.
A: i have the eucalyptus branches in several places around our home... which i had to move cause i have a toddler... i have a bag of broken pieces or the old stuff that i have rotated out of the vases for fresh.. for added boost of smell i boil them or break them up into smaller pieces and simmer them in a potpourri simmer er.... lol.. good luck!
Q: How to remove eucalyptus oil from my table?
Hi i am having a bit of a dlemma here!
My daughter spilt eucalyptus oil on my wooden dining room table which i just wiped over with a wet cloth. the next day it wa all white and funny and no matter what i wipe it over with it wont come off i tried to scrape it off with my nail but it scratched the table!!!!
Help please
A: It is bleached. The color of the wood is gone.
You might try a very soft rubbing with steel wool but I don't think it will help.
Hey, at least it smells great!
Q: How close to a building should you plant a eucalyptus tree?
I have been told the roots of a eucalyptus tr/ee may damage the foundations of a building- is this correct
A: Yes they will pick up the foundations eventually. Recommended distance is 6 metres.
Q: How do I make my own Lemon Eucalyptus Oil insect repellent?
Is it lemon and eucalyptus oil blended, or is there a single oil called lemon eucalyptus? And how do I blend and make it for insect repellant? Thank you ;)
A: Lemon Eucalyptus (eucalyptus citriodora) is a single oil.
This link has one "recipe" for blending an insect repellent, using only lemon eucalyptus (rather than a mix of herbs and essential oils).
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/819389/lemon_eucalyptus_oil_the_allnatural.html?cat=6
Q: How do I distract oil from the eucalyptus tree?
I have looked and looked for the answer, but only get what the oil is good for!
We have quite a few eucalyptus trees in our garden, and are really keen to know how to get the oil from them.
Please, can anyone let me into the secret - for that is what it feels like - a secret!
By the way, we are English, living in France! Perhaps if we were Austrailian, we would know the answer already!!
A: In a word TAP IT.
Q: Is it safe to put a few drops of eucalyptus oil in the bath while pregnant?
I have a sinus infection and am very stuffy. I usually take a bath and put about 10 drops of eucalyptus oil in the tub.
Is this safe to do while pregnant? I am 26 weeks.
A: Use the Vicks baby rub! It's ment for infants(3 months and older). The first poster is wrong. I talked to my doctor. She had me use the Vicks baby rub which had Eucalyptus oil, Lavender oil, and Rosemary oil in it. It's menthol you should stay away from. If you really want it in you bath just use 5 drops instead of 10.
Q: Where can I find eucalyptus candles?
I just got a new hottub and I would like eucalyptus candles to burn in the room.
A: Yankee Candle has some:
http://www.yankeecandle.com/cgi-bin/ycbvp/searchResults.jsp?search=eucalyptus+candles
Also:
http://www.trinitycandlefactory.com/Product/Retail/Eucalyptus%20-%20Candles.htm
http://www.lightsoutcandles.com/sc_euc.html
http://www.rubedocandles.com/eucalyptusluxury.html
http://www.bodysenseonline.com/candles.htm
Many stores carry eucalyptus candles. Even my small hometown drugstore carries them.
Q: Does anyone know where I can find eucalyptus seeds ?
I really want to plant a eucalyptus tree. But have no i dea where to buy seeds.
A: Depends which country you are in...if it's the UK try Chiltern Seeds (do a google search for the URL)...this company has a huge selection of Eucalyptus tree seeds, and they ship overseas as well so if you live in Europe or USA they are still worth a try. i have ordered seeds of Peppermint gum from them and my two trees are now several feet high.
Q: Can i halt the root growth of a Eucalyptus Tree?
If i would like to keep the height of my Eucalyptus tree small would the root keep to the same size as the tree above?
A: Plant it in the garden in a bucket to restrict the root growth, I wish I had as I have one that's grown ten metre high in five years. :o(