Niaouli is a member of the Myrtaceae family, being related to the Tea Trees (Melaleucas). It is a native of the southern Pacific tropical regions and is also found in northern Australia. Niaouli oil is extracted from the fresh leaves by distillation and then is purified to remove irritant constituents.

Niaouli’s essential oil has a sharp, clear floral aroma. It is used for its decongestant, insecticidal and stimulant properties. Niaouli is often mixed with juniper, lavender, lemon, lime, myrtle, rosemary, Scotch pine and sweet fennel to prepare many different mixtures for many different ailments.

Traditional Medicinal Uses:
Niaouli has a history of use as a wound healer, drying weeping ulcers and stubborn skin infections . It is also considered a valuable remedy for sinusitis and colds with a soothing effect

Aromatherapy use: The therapeutic properties of niaouli oil are analgesic, anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, bactericidal, decongestant, expectorant, insecticide, stimulant

Genus: Melaleuca quinquinervia, formerly viridifolia
Family: Myrtaceae
Origin: South Pacific, Australia
Part used: Leaves