Table of Contents

Acknowledgements vii
Introduction viii
1. What is Aromatherapy? 1
2. The Language of Plants 11
3. Understanding the Aromatree 35
4. The Aromatree 51
Roots and Rhizomes 53
Wood 69
Resin 89
Fruit 103
Seeds 117
Leaves 131
Flowers 155
5. Some Challenging Essential Oils 179
6. How to Use Essential Oils 183
Appendices 195
Appendix 1. List of Essential Oils 197
Appendix 2. Glossary 203
Appendix 3. Essential Oil Chemistry 207
Appendix 4. Properties of Essential Oils 213
Appendix 5. Summary of Cautions and Contraindications 217
Appendix 6. Aromatherapy Therapeutic Index 223
References 231
Recommended Reading List 237
Image Credits 239
Index 241

About the Author

Salvatore Battaglia has been passionate about natural
therapies for most of his life. He holds qualifications
in natural therapies, herbal medicine, acupuncture
and aromatherapy. Salvatore’s dedication to
aromatherapy has seen him hold positions
in professional associations and government
committees to ensure that the educational standards
of professional aromatherapy are maintained and
improved. He is the author of the best-selling
aromatherapy book, The Complete Guide to
Aromatherapy, which is now in its third edition. He
is the founder and owner of Perfect Potion whose
purpose is to naturally enhance people’s lives.