Description
In Malay - "Caju - pute" means white tree and therefore the oil is often refered to as White Tree Oil, the tree grows very vigourously, mainly in the Malay, Thai and Vietnam regions, growing mainly on the shoreline. The tree reaches around 45 feet. Cultivation is not needed as removing a tree creates rapid regrowth of the tree and it tends to crowd out all other trees in the area.
Characteristics
A penetrating oil with a very high pitch and sweet aroma... with herbaceous undertones
Oils to Blend with
Angelica, Bergamot, Birch, Cardamom, Clove, Geranium, Immortelle, Lavender, Myrtle, Niouli, Nutmeg, Rose, Rosewood, Thyme

Latin Name
Malaleuca leucadendron

Plant Family
Myrtacae

Extraction Method
Steam Distilliation from the tree, leaves and twigs

Country of Origin
Vietnam

Chemical Constituents
Terpineol (Alcohol), Benzaldehyde (Aldyhyde), Cineole (Ketone), Dipentene, Limonene, Pinene (Terpenes).

Precautions
Cajuput is a very powerful oil and should be used with care. Very effective at stimulating and clearing the body but when over used can irritate the skin membrane and mucous membrane and cause headaches.