Boldo (peumus boldus)

Botanical description:

The oil is extracted from the leaves of the boldo tree.

Therapeutic properties:

  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Antirheumatic
  • Antiseptic
  • Cholagogue
  • Digestive
  • Diuretic
  • Hepatic
  • Insecticide
  • Narcotic
  • Stimulant
  • Vermifuge

Indications:

Inflammation of the liver, stomach and intestines, rheumatism, arthritis, increases bile discharge from the liver, indigestion, vomiting, diarrhea, flatulence, weight loss, water retention, high blood pressure, head lice.

Blends well with:

No recommendations.

Precaution:

This oil is considered toxic and should be avoided.

This site is for information purposes only. Please check with a certified aromatherapist and read the precautions and contra indications before starting a treatment.

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