Bay St. Thomas essential oil is used in aromatherapy to help relieve joint and muscle pain associated with sprains, strains, and rheumatoid arthritis, and to help relieve symptoms of colds and coughs.
BOTANICAL NAME Pimenta racemosa
PART OF PLANT EXTRACTED Leaf
ORIGIN Dominica
CULTIVATION Conventional
CHEMOTYPE EUGENOL
OTHER NAME -
EXTRACTION METHOD Steam distillation
ODOR Woody, lemony, and green
COLOR Dark brown
PART OF PLANT EXTRACTED Leaf
ORIGIN Dominica
CULTIVATION Conventional
CHEMOTYPE EUGENOL
OTHER NAME -
EXTRACTION METHOD Steam distillation
ODOR Woody, lemony, and green
COLOR Dark brown
Topical (Adults) Mix 1 to 2 drops in 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) of vegetable oil; apply topically, 3 times daily. Inhalation (Respiratory System) Add 4-12 drops to a bowl of boiling water or place in a diffuser. Inhale slowly for 5-10 minutes.
