Description
Eucalyptus Smithii אקליפטוס
Organic 10ml
Eucalyptus smithii
Leaf
OW
Originally from South Africa brought to Israel in 1920s
The Western Negev region of Israel, characterized by its extensive Eucalyptus plantations, has been the subject of ongoing debate due to the Eucalyptus species is considered an alien to Israel. Many species can be found in the Negev region. Its scent is delightful to the nose when carried in the wind of desert’s dry air along with growing sweet pungent Lavender Nard, Sweet Rosemary, and the famous Menorah Sage.
Eucalyptus is famous for allelopathy – the chemical inhibition of one plant species by another – which can significantly impact local vegetation. However, the Eucalyptus hero aspects is that Eucalyptus has saved thousands of lives by draining swamps preventing Malaria and in the desert preventing insects that destroy crops by producing strong aroma to detour the creatures from crop preventing what would have been widespread hunger 1920’s and 30s.
This study, conducted in the Be’eri forest and near Kibbutz Re’im, focused on understanding these effects of the eucalyptus trees on other herbaceous plant in many of the surrounding desert communities that are crucial for ecosystem services.
Eucalyptus History of respiratory care; inhalation lung clearance, chest rubs, sport rubs for pain and swelling.
Eucalyptus trees are not specifically mentioned in the Bible, but trees in general are often used as metaphors for faith and growth. Psalm 1 Could be a reference of future Eucalyptus trees. The text describes a person who is “like a tree planted by streams of water,” symbolizing stability and fruitfulness in one’s spiritual life. Eucalyptus was brought to Israel planted in swamps to drain them to prevent malaria saved literally thousands of lives.
*Update: As of Oct 2023, many of these areas of the Negev regions of local produce crops and farms were destroyed by the horrible attack from Gazans on the Israeli citizens living in the area. Proceeds from sales will help Israeli survivors to rebuild and recover. Am Yisrael Chai!
