Diamond Heart: Essential Oils Guide - CAPE SNOWBUSH (Eriocephalus africanus, E. punctulatus)

Steam distilled in South Africa from the leaves of the shrub, native to the Cape of Good Hope area.

SAFETY: Avoid during pregnancy and lactation. Safe at normal dosage. Chemical class: ester.

USAGE HISTORY: Used by native peoples of the mountains of South Africa.

PROPERTIES:

Internal-homeopathic dosage only; topical; inhalation
Treats back pain, arthritis pain, muscular inflammation, injuries, sprains, contusions, tendinitis, etc. (Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic)
Used in the bath for relief of cramps, tight muscles, general relaxation
Good choice for relief of nerve pain, disc injury, sciatica
Immune stimulant, good for raising immune levels (may be used daily, long term) (Immune tonic, decongestant, balsamic)
Relieves inflammations of the skin, wounds, burns, cuts, boils, etc. (Vulnerary, hemostatic)
Relaxing to the nervous system (Sedative)
Brings on menstruation, eases related cramping and discomfort, massage into legs for relief of swelling and water retention (diuretic)
Treatment for diarrhea and dysentery
Systems: Immune, integumentary, muscular-skeletal, nervous, reproductive

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