Rosemary Cineole vs Eremophila Longifolia

Cineole-dominant chemotype of rosemary with stronger expectorant and cognitive-enhancing properties.

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

1,8-cineole, camphor, alpha-pinene, borneol, rosmarinic acid

verbascoside, eremophilone, sesquiterpenes, phenylpropanoids

Mediterranean respiratory herb, Roman memory herb, cognitive enhancement tradition

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

expectorant, cognitive enhancement, antimicrobial, circulatory stimulant

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant

Aromatherapy or 1-2% diluted oil; 2-4g herb as tea

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

epilepsy, pregnancy, infants, hypertension

pregnancy, allergy

convulsions at high doses, skin sensitization

mild digestive upset