Aroma Pets

HELICHRYSUM - Helichrysum Italicum

HISTORY & CHARACTER
A strongly aromatic shrub, about 60 cm./2 ft tall with a multi branched stem of silvery, lanceolate leaves, helichrysum is native to the Mediterranean region ( especially the eastern part). The small, bright yellow, daisy like flowers dry out as the palnt matures, but still retain their colour and frgagrances. Hence the common name of everlasting or immortelle.

Traditionally used in a decoction for migraine, chronic respiratory problems, liver ailments and all types of skin conditions, this is the best essential oil for bruises. You can practically watch the bruise fade before your eyes after spplying a few drops of un diluted helichrysum. What's more, unlike the other famous bruise remedy arnica, it can be used on broken skin to disinfect cuts.

Helichrysum has a similar effect on bruised emotions, dissolving resentment held over from past injuries. Energetically, helichrysum releases blocked energy, especially anger that has been repressed and become resentful.

PRINCIPAL USES
Physical
Aches, pains, strains, Allergies, Asthma, bronchitis, chronic coughs, bacterial infections, Bruises and wounds, Burns, boils, eczema, hepatic congestion, Nervous exhaustion

BEHAVIORAL
Deeply hurt emotions, habitually negative behaviour, Pat abuse, Resentful, simmering anger

I MOST USE HELICHRYSUM FOR
Dogs holding resentment over past ill treatment and are currently stuck in negative patterns that are counter productive. This is especially so if they have irritated skin. Any bumps/bruises, impact injury, rash, or burn.

EXTRACTION and CHARACTERISTICS
Steam distilled from the fresh flowers. It is a pale yellow, red tinged oil with a powerful honey like scent and a slightly bitter/pungent undertone.

ACTIONS
anti-allergenic, anti-catarrhal, anticoagulant, antidiabetic, anti-fugal, anti-haematonic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, digestive, cholagogic, cicatrizant, hepatic, mucolytic, neurotonic, phlebotonic, stimulant.

SAFETY & CAUTIONS
Generally held to be non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitizing.

MAXIMUM dilution
3 drops in 5 ml/ 1 tsp. Can be used undiluted in emergency first aid.

Reference: The Aromatic Dog: Nayana Morag