Fellowship in Essential Oils

Honey Myrtle essential oil is derived from the aromatic evergreen shrub known as Melaleuca teretifolia, native to the coastal regions of Western Australia. This slender plant with silverish leaves reaches heights of up to 6 feet and is admired for its delightful fragrance, reminiscent of honey and lemon. Its crushed foliage releases this enchanting scent, while clusters of small, cream-colored flo...

Dill, an annual herb with feathery leaves and yellow flowers, has been valued throughout history for its spiritual and practical uses, from warding off evil spirits in Ancient Egypt to attracting wealth in Greek and Roman cultures. Dill essential oil is known for its uplifting properties, offering clarity, energy, and inspiration, particularly when life feels monotonous or challenging. It helps br...

Growing throughout the Mediterranean is a hardy shrub commonly known as rock rose. Shepherds discovered the healing properties of a sticky substance upon its leaves when it stuck to their sheep’s fleece, accelerating wound healing. The essential oil, derived from these leaves is known as Cistus, obtained through steam distillation, and is celebrated for its healing effects on the body, mind and sp...

When white settlers arrived in New Zealand, they cleared the land for agriculture by burning the natural flora, but manuka, a resilient scrub-type tree with petite white flowers, quickly grew back, holding onto the soil and preventing erosion. The steam-distilled leaves and twigs of manuka produce an essential oil historically used by the Māori and Kakariki parakeets, who use it to rid themselves...

Roman Chamomile is a powerful healer, enhancing the health of both humans and plants, and known as 'the plant's physician' by gardeners. Her dainty white and yellow flowers turn towards the Sun, absorbing its radiance and imbuing joy into her essential oil through. This oil, gentle and calming, is ideal for both children and adults, promoting tenderness and reducing stress. Roman Chamo...

Boronia essential oil, derived from the flowers of the Boronia megastigma plant native to Australia, is renowned for its rich, complex fragrance that blends floral, fruity and spicy notes. The extraction process is meticulous, typically involving solvent extraction to preserve the delicate aroma compounds, resulting in an oil that captures the essence of boronia's exquisite scent. This rare an...

Violet Leaf essential oil, derived from the leaves of the violet plant, offers a captivating aroma reminiscent of fresh, green foliage with subtle floral undertones. Renowned for its soothing properties, this oil is often utilised to promote relaxation and calmness, making it an ideal choice for stress relief and emotional balance. Additionally, her holistic uses extend to spiritual realms, servin...

Strong, solid and fortifying are all words that could be associated with the cedar tree. Even its name, originating from the Arabic word “kedron” means power. Through history, many cultures have gathered around a cedar tree or in building constructed from its wood. Cedars have always represented the solidarity and certainty that comes from community. Many people, opportunities and challenges will...

German Chamomile, with its distinct earthy aroma and beautiful blue essential oil, offers a plethora of holistic benefits. Beyond its physical anti-inflammatory properties, German Chamomile holds a profound ability to soothe emotional inflammation, fostering calm and flexibility. It serves as a gentle guide in releasing control and digesting life's challenges, encouraging a courageous leap for...

Black Pepper, an ancient spice originating from southern India, holds multifaceted significance. Beyond its culinary and medicinal uses, it symbolises a journey into the depths of self-discovery, challenging societal norms and revealing authenticity. Like its counterparts in the realm of black crystals, Black Pepper absorbs negative energies and protects against harm, while also encouraging person...

Angelica seed and Angelica root oils are derived from members of the Apiaceae family, also known as the parsley family. The most common essential oils come from the Angelica archangelica and Angelica sinesis. Angelica Root oil is particularly renowned for its ability to dispel overpowering or frenetic energies, fostering inner peace and tranquillity. It serves as a conduit to the angelic realms, f...

Valerian essential oil, distilled from the roots of the perennial valerian plant, encapsulates centuries of healing tradition and mystique. With its origins rooted in Europe and Asia and its widespread presence in North America, Valerian has long been revered for its medicinal and magical properties. Derived from the Latin word "valere," meaning "to be well," this oil embodies...

Throughout history, Yarrow has woven its way into human culture, medicine and mythos. Its presence dates back to ancient times, with evidence of its use found in Neanderthal burial caves. Known by various folk names like herbal militaris and knight’s milfoil, Yarrow holds a masculine energy at times. In Greek mythology, Yarrow is linked with Achilles, who used it for protection and healing during...

Laurel, with its pale yellow-green flowers and aromatic leaves, holds historical significance as it was named Daphne in ancient Greece, linked to the myth of Apollo and the laurel tree. Symbolising success and victory, laurel wreaths were fashioned by Apollo, associating the plant with high status. Utilising Laurel essential oil paves the path to success and immortality. Additionally, Laurel sheds...

Myrtle, originating from North Africa and Iran but now widespread throughout the Mediterranean, is a small evergreen bush cherished for its glossy bluey-green leaves, white blossoms and black berries. With roots tracing back to the Garden of Eden, its leaves have been prized since ancient times for their use in perfumery and food, yielding essential oil when steam-distilled. Associated with Aphrod...

Rosemary, a resilient evergreen shrub with stunning blue to purple flowers, derives her name from the Latin words for 'dew' and 'sea', reflecting her natural habitat along Mediterranean coastlines. Utilised for over 2,500 years, Rosemary's essential oil, distilled from her flowers and leaves, holds invaluable therapeutic properties, particularly beneficial in combating modern l...

Patchouli, derived from the leaves of a humble mint family herb, is a divisive scent known for its paradoxical effects. It can both stimulate and calm, making it suitable for various moods and situations. Beyond its association with 1960s counterculture, Patchouli holds magical properties, aiding in solitude and focus amidst chaos. It grounds users, fostering awareness of the body and sensual expe...

Marjoram, affectionately known as "mountain joy," exudes a soft, joyous energy captured in its essential oil through steam distillation of the leaves. Sacred to Aphrodite and Hymen, she enhances commitment, traditionally worn by newlyweds in the past. Marjoram invites love, laughter and togetherness, aiding in overcoming commitment fears and fostering deeper relationships. Her use in mas...

Peppermint, originating from the myth of the nymph Mentha, transformed into a plant by Pluto's jealous wife, Persephone, is now cultivated globally but is native to Europe and the Middle East, being a natural hybrid of spearmint and watermint. Its essential oil is derived from steam distillation of its leaves. Peppermint symbolizes clarity and vitality, aiding in dispelling confusion and provi...

Oudh essential oil, also known as agarwood or aloeswood oil, is a highly prized and luxurious aromatic oil derived from the resinous heartwood of Aquilaria trees. Renowned for its rich, woody scent with hints of earthiness and sweetness, Oudh has been used for centuries in traditional perfumery, incense and spiritual practices across Asia and the Middle East. Its complex aroma is often described a...

Petitgrain, derived from the bitter orange tree, yields essential oils from its twigs, leaves, and blossoms, offering Petitgrain, Bitter Orange oil, and Neroli. Originally extracted from small, unripe fruits, now it's distilled from leaves and twigs due to fruit scarcity. Initially prominent in perfumery, it's now popular in aromatherapy for its calming effects, often likened to 'Laven...

Ginger, originating from southern China, grows with thick rhizome roots that yield a powerful essential oil. This oil is known for empowering qualities, providing physical and spiritual energy. It breaks victimhood attitudes, instilling confidence and courage to take control of one's life. Embracing responsibility as a creator of destiny, Ginger invites individuals to influence the direction o...

Tulsi, also known as Holy Basil, originates from the Indian subcontinent and is widely cultivated in Southeast Asian tropics. Revered as the Queen of the Herbs, Tulsi holds significance in Hindu culture as a sacred plant, an avatar of Lakshmi the consort of god Vishnu. With upturned leaves reaching towards the sun, Tulsi is considered blessed by deities, symbolising divine origins and eternal bles...

Basil, also known as Saint Joseph’s wort, originated from central Africa to Southeast Asia and was historically associated with death rituals. Despite its past, Basil has become a widely used culinary herb globally, and its essential oil is recognised for its warm and spicy aroma with various benefits in modern aromatherapy. According to ancient wisdom, Basil concentrates thoughts, offering focus...

Bergamot, a hybrid of bitter orange and lemon, originally from the Canary Islands, thrived in Calabria, Italy, after Christopher Columbus introduced it. Bergamot is famed for being the key flavouring in Britain's Earl Grey tea. Cold-pressed bergamot rind yields an oil rich in linalool, akin to Lavender and Magnolia, inducing a serene joy. Bergamot dissolves anxiety, dispels fears and aligns wi...