Eucalyptus: The Genus Eucalyptus

by John J.W. Coppen (Editor)

Overview

Eucalyptus, a genus of over 800 species, is a multiproduct crop par excellence. Not only is it grown for timber, pulp and fuelwood, but, as the Aborigines discovered thousands of years ago, it has numerous medicinal and aromatic properties. Since the first commercial distillation of eucalyptus oil 150 years ago, a vast array of eucalyptus-based pro

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781134468751
Publisher:	CRC Press
Publication date:	04/25/2002
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	464
File size:	8 MB

About the Author

John J. W. Coppen

Table of Contents

Part 1. General Aspects Part 2. Cultivation and Production of Eucalypts Around the World: With Special Reference to the Leaf Oils. Appendices: Sources of Eucalyptus Seed. Estimates of Eucalypt Plantations Worldwide. Advice to a Prospective New Producer of Eucalyptus Oil or Other Leaf Extractive. Composition of Some Commercially Distilled Eucalyptus Oils. Quality Criteria and Specifications of Eucalyptus Oils. Packaging and Labeling Requirements for the Handling and Transportation of Eucalyptus Oils. Useful Addresses.