Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Tea Tree

Tea Tree oil comes from the roots of the Melaleuca alternifolia tree. It has a fresh, medicinal scent. It has anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal effects.

A bottle of tea tree oil

Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia)

Properties

Immunological

Helps fight colds, flu and fungal infections.

Respiratory

Alleviates asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis and coughs.

Urological

Alleviates cystitis, vaginal thrush and urinary tract infections.

Caution

• Tea tree oil may irritate the skin.