Botanical Name: Backhousia citriodora Plant Part: Leaves Extraction Method: Steam Distilled Origin: Australia Description: A tree typically grown on plantations. Color: Pale yellow Common Uses: Not formally documented in readily available publications, though there is evidence that it is an effective germicide. Consistency: Light Note: Top Strength of Aroma: Strong Aromatic Scent: Extremely lemony and crisp. More “lemony” than true Lemon (Citrus limonum) oil. History: An extremely potent antibacterial and germicide, Lemon Scented Myrtle is reputed to be a much more effective germ killer than the more familiar Tea Tree. Cautions: There does not appear to be any special precautions when using this oil.
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Submited By: cara from valencia, California on 09/13/2008 Rating:
Quite lovely. Very fresh and pleasant smell. It is more complex than lemon, I find it similar to Lemongrass, but a bit lighter. Wonderfull in any citrus blend or to soften a scent like eucalyptus.
Submited By: Kathryn from St. Charles, Illinois on 05/29/2008 Rating:
Wonderful, very pleased. In my opinion, Myrtle is one one of aromatheray's best kept secrets. Regular Myrtle is very green - almost pine-like. Lemon Myrtle is very similar in scent to Lemon Tea Tree and Lemon Eucalyptus. Beautiful addition to disinfecting blends and masks some of the other oils like Red Thyme or Oregano (which are hard oils to mask)!
Submited By: Brenda from Yarker, Ontario on 04/27/2008 Rating:
I was very pleased with the Lemon Myrtle I ordered. True to the description, it has a lovely, fresh lemon scent that works extremely well in soy candles (the high flash point makes it a perfect EO for candles). I also added some to an all-natural household cleaner to tackle spring cleaning projects...loved the lemony aroma and the fact that is has anti-bacterial properties.
Submited By: SANDY from SELMA, North Carolina on 01/21/2008 Rating:
This is a very powerful oil....A little goes along way. I use this oil in spray form when there is sickness in the house....... It is antibacterial and a proven germicide.
It can also work wonders for relieving chest congestion.... But again it is very strong....blend it sparingly in a good carrier oil....
This is the best Lemon Myrtle I have ever used.....I highly recommend it
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Botanical Name: Backhousia citriodora 
