Eucalyptus Tree

Eucalyptus Tree is a evergreen tree. Its height is very high around 300 feet. The color of bark of Eucalyptus varies with the age of it. Is is found in almost all over the country but mainly it is widely grown in Kerala, Uttaranchal,Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Gujrat, Haryana, Mysore.

It is propagated either of these threee ways:

1. Semi hard wood cuttings
2. Soft wood cuttings and
3. through seeds

At the time of planting it, take care the roots are not broken. It needs water before planting and after planting for few days.

Medicinal uses:

1. Eucalyptus is added in leaf tea because it is good for ease breathing and congestion in colds.
2. Its oil works as pain reliever and used for overextended muscles.
3. Eucalyptus oil contains cineole that helps to kill fungi and bacteria.
4. It is good for cardiac patients.
5. It helps to recover fever soon.
6. It purifies our blood.
7. It is good for diabetes patients because it lowers the sugar level.
8. It gives relief to the Asthma patients.
9. Its good to massage with its oil. It is used for rheumatism and aching joints.
10.It is good for Blood Circulation.

Other Uses:

1. Eucalyptus pulp is used in production of paper.
2. Its stem is used for making furniture like doors, windows, sofa, chair etc.
3. It is used as pole to support the house.