Eucalyptus

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Eucalyptus
TermEucalyptus
Short definitionEucalyptus (YOO-kuh-LIP-tus) A species of evergreen tree belonging to the myrtle family. Oil from the leaves is used in very small amounts in mouthwash and in medicines and sweets used to treat and relieve sore throats and coughs. 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
LanguageEnglish
SourceNCI
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Eucalyptus - (pronounced) (YOO-kuh-LIP-tus) A species of evergreen tree belonging to the myrtle family. Oil from the leaves is used in very small amounts in mouthwash and in medicines and sweets used to treat and relieve sore throats and coughs. It has also been used in some cultures to treat many other medical problems. The scientific name is Eucalyptus globulus

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