Camphor grows mainly in China and Japan. It takes 50 years before it can produce oils but the tree can live for 1,000 years and grow as tall as 100ft. Camphor wood was also used to build ships and temples in China and Japan.
The bark and stems are used by steam distillation.
Camphor has a very potent scent and is used as an anti-inflammatory which can be used for arthritis muscular aches and pains and inflammation. It has a great affect on clearing the lungs and boosting circulation.
Camphor blends well with Basil, Cajeput, Laender, Melissa, Rosemary, and Chamomile.
Camphor is an anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, carminative, diuretic, insecticide, and laxative properties. Camphor oil has been used in the treatment of nervous depression, acne, inflammation, arthritis, muscular aches and pains, sprains, rheumatism, bronchitis, coughs, colds, fever, flu and infectious diseases. It is a well-known repellent of moths and other insects, and is an ingredient in moth balls.
Recipe: 1-2 drops of Camphor, 1-2 drops Rosemary in a 10ml vial filled with any carrier oil. Shake well before using. This can help with inflammation, bruising, and acne.
**WARNING** - Camphor is very strong and can cause convulsions and vomiting if used incorrectly. Pregnant women and people suffering from epilepsy or asthma should not use Camphor at all.
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