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  1. VinyGroundhog

    Eucalyptus (Blue Gum) Help

    Good to know, thanks
  2. VinyGroundhog

    Herbal Medicine

    I noticed your username and, while I know that this is completely off topic, I had to ask. Do you have some legend about goatboy in Scotland? I've heard a half dozen variations, but they were all in Texas, and I had assumed that it was a Texan thing.
  3. VinyGroundhog

    Eucalyptus (Blue Gum) Help

    When is it toxic? I read that it was toxic in high doses, but nothing about a time frame. Also, is it possible to steam-distill the oil at the campsite, and if so, how might I go about it?
  4. VinyGroundhog

    All the knives in the world wouldn't help.......

    Sounds like you need to invest in some high boots. I can't even tell you how many times I've rolled an ankle and my boots saved me from a hospital trip. I use rubber-soled cowboy boots, but I expect that riding boots would work too. Being leather, they also have the added benefit of being...
  5. VinyGroundhog

    Eucalyptus (Blue Gum) Help

    OK thanks for the tip
  6. VinyGroundhog

    Eucalyptus (Blue Gum) Help

    How exactly do you use it as an antiseptic? Do you just apply the leaves, and if so, do you apply them fresh or seasoned?
  7. VinyGroundhog

    I'm done lurking

    Hello everyone, I'm Groundhog. I'm new to woodcraft (meaning a few months or so) and want to learn. I've farted around on here and the American site, although I've never posted. I currently live in Portugal, though I was born and bred a Texan. Some things that I struggle with is plant ID...
  8. VinyGroundhog

    Eucalyptus (Blue Gum) Help

    Does anyone know any uses for Eucalyptus? I have a lot in my area, and I always hear about their medicinal uses. Speaking of, are there any that use leaves without distilling the oil from them? I appreciate the help.