INULA (Inula graveolens)

A similar species, Inula helenium, produces a different oil called elecampane oil.

Steam distilled in Corsica from the whole flowering plant. At this time I know of no other sources.

SAFETY: Avoid during pregnancy and lactation, and with small children. Chemical class: ester sesquiterpene lactone.

PROPERTIES:

• Internal-oral, vaginal suppository; topical; inhalation
• Very powerful mucolytic, dissolves and expels mucus in respiratory tract; treats asthma, bronchitis, dry coughs, laryngitis, sinusitis, tuberculosis, supports healing and cleansing of mucus membranes (Mucolytic, expectorant, astringent, antispasmodic, antitussive)
• Colds, viral infections, possible help to leukemia (Antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, antiseptic, anti-infectious)
• Lowers and regulates blood pressure, cardio-tonic, eases palpitations, lowers cholesterol levels, aids lymphatic circulation and drainage (Cardio-tonic, astringent)
• Detoxifies blood impurities, balances and raises blood sugar, helps clear gallbladder and liver, expels liver flukes and parasites (anthelmintic, choleretic, hyperglycemic, depuritive, detoxifier)
• Treats vaginal trichomonas, infection in urinary tract
• Reduces oily skin, acne, helps skin inflammations and rashes, relieves itching and stinging insect bites
• Systems: Immune, integumentary, cardio-vascular, lymphatic, genito-urinary, respiratory, digestive, nervous

PERFUME NOTE: Top note

EMOTIONAL/SPIRITUAL:

• Sedative to the central nervous system
• Calming, brings a state of peace and relaxation
• Enhances courage
• Chakra: (Heart)