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Tea Tree

Latin name - Melaleuca alternifolia

Family - Myrtaceae

keywords

Antiseptic

Antifungal

Anti-infectious

Stimulating

Renowned for its remarkable activity against bacteria, fungi and viruses and as a powerful immuno-stimulant, tea tree is a must for the first aid kit in every household. Particularly useful for repeated infections, pre- and post-operatively and post-viral syndromes such as ME (myalgic encephalomyelitis). Invaluable for cystitis, vaginal thrush and itching of the vagina or anus.
Used for a whole host of skin problems - acne, athlete's foot, boils, carbuncles, chicken pox, cuts and wounds, herpes, verrucae and warts.

None. Tea tree is often used neat for first aid purposes.

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