Found in Australia and Southeast Asia, the leaves and twigs are what we are looking for when it comes to getting the essential oils out of Cajeput oil. Cajeput is part of the the Tea Tree family (Melaleuca) but does not have all the same properties. Cajeput is a top note oil when using for fragrance; it has a bit of a fruity smell, and is normally steam distilled. In Malay, "Caju-Pute" means "white tree" and therefore the oil is referred to also as White Tree Oil.
Cajeput will blend well with Clary Sage, geranium, lavender, marjoram, oakmoss, pine, rosemary, and ylang, ylang.
Cajeput is used for toothaches, colds, headaches, fungal skin conditions, and great for joint pains. It has both antiseptic and anti-microbial properties making it wonderful for different skin conditions**. It is also considered at analgesic, anti-neuralgic, antispasmodic, and if that wasn't enough it also has insecticidal attributes.
**WARNINGS: Should be diluted when used topically and should not be used by pregnant women at all.
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