The Camphor Tree, or Camphor Laurel, is native to Taiwan, southern Japan, and southeast China and Indochina. It is cultivated for a substance also known as camphor, in a solid, waxy form. It can be used medicinally and was once used as an ingredient in a smokeless gunpowder. It is obtained from the wood and bark of the trees as they are chipped and steamed, which caused the camphor to become crystallized and then harvested.

Benefits and Uses:

1. It is considered a great insect repellent and is used in manufacturing of moth balls.

2. It is also used as local Anesthesia, Owing to its anesthetic’s properties.

3. It can also be taken orally in case of fatigue.

4. It is also used in vapor steam products as it suppresses cough.

5. It is also a stimulant and it boosts the circulatory, digestive, secretion and excretion.

6. It also aids in giving relief in gas troubles.

7. It is also antispasmodic, and it provides relieve in cramps.

8. Camphor is also considered good for healthy hairs.

9. It is used in flavoring sweets and cooling flavor.

10. It is also used in treatment of epilepsy.

11. Inhalation of camphor fumes in patients suffering from asthma and brunch.