Juniper Leaf vs Eremophila Longifolia

Leaf preparations of common juniper with different essential oil profile than berries, for respiratory use.

Shrub widespread across arid and semi-arid Australia used extensively by Aboriginal peoples for coughs, colds, skin infections, and as an analgesic smoke treatment.

sabinene, myrcene, limonene, camphor, borneol

verbascoside, eremophilone, sesquiterpenes, phenylpropanoids

Nordic respiratory herb, European steam inhalation, traditional rheumatism rub

cough, cold, skin infections, aches and pains, smoke treatment

respiratory steam inhalation, topical pain relief, antimicrobial

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant

Steam inhalation or 1-2% diluted oil topically

Leaf decoction 200ml 2–3x daily or steam inhalation

pregnancy, kidney disease, prolonged use

pregnancy, allergy

kidney irritation, skin sensitization

mild digestive upset