leptospermum petersonii leaf oil

Leptospermum petersonii leaf oil is an **essential oil** distilled from the leaves of the Leptospermum petersonii tree, commonly known as the lemon-scented tea tree. The oil is rich in bioactive compounds including citral (neral and geranial), geranyl acetate, geraniol, γ-terpinene, and linalool[3]. It demonstrates significant **antimicrobial**, **antifungal**, and **antioxidant** activities, with stronger effects observed against Gram-positive bacteria and a variety of fungi including Candida albicans and Aspergillus species[1][3][4]. Traditionally, it is used as a topical antimicrobial, natural insect repellent, air purifier, and in cosmetics for skin cleansing and minor wound care[2][4][5]. The oil is also being explored as a natural food preservative due to its antimicrobial properties[1]. Its mechanism of action is thought to involve membrane disruption in bacteria and fungi via its high citral and terpene content[2][3].

Other names

lemon-scented tea tree oillemon tea tree oiltea tree lemon essential oil