Uses for Eucalyptus Trees

Effects
The fact that eucalyptus trees needs huge amounts of water to grow make them a perfect tree to plant in places where malaria is rampant. Eucalyptus trees help to dry out swampy ground by sucking in moisture through their roots.

Features
Eucalyptus wood can receive a polished finish. That combined with its hardness makes it a desirable wood for such things as shipbuilding, constructing docks and home interior woodwork.

Considerations
The inner bark of eucalyptus is a source of fiber that Australians employ to make paper and cord. Aussies also use eucalyptus for a fuel source and value the bark for tanning purposes.

Eucalyptus Oil
The leaves of eucalyptus trees have a form of oil within them that makes them a key ingredient in such types of things as antiseptics, deodorants and stimulants.

Function
Eucalyptus trees are great ornamental trees and are useful in forming windbreaks.

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How to Use Eucalyptus Leaves in the House

Eucalyptus leaves can be used in the home for decorative, aesthetic and aromatic purposes. Dried eucalyptus leaves can be used as craft decor in the form of wreaths and swags which you can hang in the house, on the wall or a door. They can also be used in dried floral arrangements as a fragrant decoration in your home.

Things You'll Need
Eucalyptus leaves
Eucalyptus leaves sachet
Eucalyptus leaves wreath or swag

Instructions

1. Use eucalyptus leaves to repel bugs or fleas in your home. Place the leaves in the area of your home where these pests persist. Place the leaves in a small cup, jug or bowl, or use a eucalyptus leaves sachet. The smell will keep the fleas and bugs away.

2. Put a eucalyptus plant in the living room or dining room as a decorative piece; it will also add a refreshing aroma to the room.

3. Add a fragrant smell to your bedroom and bathroom. Place a eucalyptus sachet on the bathroom vanity, the bedroom vanity or night stand.

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