
Common Name	- Dragons Blood Essential Oil
Botanical Name	- Croton lechleri
Country of Origin	- South America
Parts Used	- Resin
Extraction	- Steam Distillation

	Dragons Blood Oil General - Dragons Blood as known in commerce, has several origins, the substance so named being contributed by widely differing species. When ripe the berries are covered with a reddish, resinous substance which is separated in several ways, the most satisfactory being by steaming, or by shaking or rubbing in coarse, canvas bags.Sangre de Drago, spanish for "Blood of the Dragon," is a medium to large sized tree growing up 10 to 20 meters in height found throughout the tropics and the Amazon regions of South America. The genus Croton is a large one, with 750 species of trees and shrubs distributed in the tropical and subtropical regions of both hemispheres. When the trunk of the tree is cut or wounded, a dark red sappy resin oozes out as if the tree is bleeding - earning its local name.
	Dragons Blood Oil Uses - Dragons blood essential oil, Croton lechleri - Sangre de Drago, can be applied directly to the skin. The resin is very brittle, and breaks with an irregular, resinous fracture, is bright red and glossy inside, and darker red sometimes powdered with crimson. Sangre de Drago resin and bark is used in traditional medicine in South America with its uses closely following the indigenous uses. In Peruvian herbal medicine it is widely used and recommended for external use as a wound healing agent and as an antiseptic vaginal douche, for skin disorders like eczema, and to relieve itchy bug bites. It is taken internally for hemorrhaging, mouth ulcers, tonsillitis, throat infections, tuberculosis, peptic ulcers, intestinal disorders, rheumatism and to enhance fertility. In Brazilian traditional medicine the sap is used for wounds, hemorrhaging, mouth ulcers and a general tonic. Thousands of pounds of bark and resin are imported into the United States currently, The drugs include Provir, an oral product for the treatment of respiratory viral infections and Virend, a topical antiviral product for the treatment of herpes.
	Dragons Blood oil, Croton lechleri - Sangre de Drago, blends well with the following essential oils: patchouli, lavender, rosemary and Tea Tree.
	Dragons Blood Oil Cautions - Should not be taken internally, non-toxic, non-irritant, not to be used in high dosages.
	Dragons Blood Properties - Astringent, Cicatrizant, Tonic, Tumor, Ulcer(Mouth), Vulnerary, Fever, Gum, Wounds, Antiseptic,Eczema, Hemostat, Hemorrhage, Fracture, Leucorrhea, Piles, Skin, Throat, Ulcers(Mouth), Ulcers(Stomach), Ulcers(Intestinal), Vaginitis, Vulnerary.
	All of our oils are 100% pure and natural, of therapeutic grade and free from any chemicals or pesticides. Although all of our products are of premium quality, our essential oils are not certified organic.
	Dragons Blood Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential oils can also be used in soap making ingredients, lotions, massage oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body fragrance, perfume oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense, light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more.

Essential Oil Safety

Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil Safety
Never use Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils as a substitute for necessary medical care. Keep oils tightly closed and out of reach of children. Never ingest undiluted essential oils. Don't use undiluted oils on your skin. Dilute oils with vegetable oils, one to three drops per tablespoon. Keep oils away from eyes and mucous membranes. Skin test oils before using. Dilute a small amount and apply to the skin of your inner arm or back of knee. Do not use if redness or irritation occurs. If redness, burning, itching or irritation occur, stop using oil immediately. Use less rather than more.

Information provided is not designed to diagnose, prescribe, or treat any illness, or injury and is provided for informational purposes only. Always consult a medical doctor, or other alternative medical practitioner when suffering from any disease, illness, or injury, or before attempting a traditional or folk remedy. Keep all products away from children and pets. As with any natural product, they can be toxic if misused. This company, it's owners, staff and/or representatives are not responsible for misuse of this or any other product. It is solely the responsibility of the purchaser to know what they are buying and how to handle the item. This is NOT a food grade item and should never be taken internally.