Where Healing Begins – Essential Oils by Plant Parts: Part 1

By Audre Gutierrez | April 3, 2026 |

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Where Healing Begins – Essential Oils by Plant Part: Part 1

Have you ever wondered why Vetiver makes you feel so grounded, while Neroli feels like a breath of fresh air? The answer often lies in which part of the plant the oil comes from. Essential Oils can be produced from virtually all plant parts; aromatherapists and distillers have passed down the knowledge of which plant part, for example the root or the blossom, contains the essential oil that addresses the medicinal need(s) at hand. Many plants produce valuable medicinal oil in more than one plant part. When we understand the roles and benefits of different plant parts, we can select oils with clarity and purpose.

In Part 1 of 3 of our Plant Part series we are focusing on the plant parts that are below ground or close to the ground….roots, heartwood and bark, along with resins and grasses.

Roots and Rhizomes

Roots anchor the plant into the earth. Essences made from the roots of plants or grasses are inherently centering, calming and many are sedating. Some can also bring pain relief. They are often aphrodisiacs, and many are anti-parasitic. They have an earthy aroma and evoke the quiet and mystery of old growth forests.

Ginger

Aids digestion, relieves nausea and addresses lack of appetite. Promotes circulation. Chi Warmer.

Vetiver

Eases insomnia, mental fatigue, nerve & menses pain. Detoxifier. Supports liver, pancreas and spleen. Anti-aging. Powerful attractor.

Tree Trunks: Wood, Bark & Heartwood

Essences made from the protective covering and/or the heartwood of the tree are very powerful. Some are bold in their aroma (e.g., Sweet Birch), and others are subtle (e.g., Sandalwood). Many are grounding and sedating in nature, support the immune system and are anti-infectious. Most have some benefit for the skin.

Pine, Maritime

Clears airborne bacteria. Relieves UTIs and respiratory issues. Eases arthritis pain and soothes stress. Supports adrenals and gallbladder. Symbolizes the ebb and flow of life.

Ho Wood

Relieves sores, bronchitis, muscle and tendon pain, fatigue and all types of debility. Heart tonic. Comforts the broken heart. Relaxes the mind. Aura Protector.

Resins

Tree resin essences—like Frankincense, Myrrh, Copal, and Benzoin—act as powerful bridges between the internal and external worlds. Because resins are the “immune system” of the tree, produced to seal wounds and fight infection, they carry that same protective and healing frequency into human use. These essences dissolve rigid thought patterns and bring repressed emotions to the surface for processing. By clearing the throat and heart chakras, they facilitate the movement of internal truth into external forms such as speech, song, or journaling. Medicinally, many resins are rich in sesquiterpenes, which are highly effective at reducing inflammation and promoting calm and restorative sleep.

Balsam Copaiba (Copal)

Anti-inflammatory. Opens breathing passages. Relieves coughs and intestinal infections. Expectorant. Quiets mind and body for restful sleep.

Elemi

Anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial. Supports the immune system. Soothes cuts and wounds. Opens breathing passages. Eases nervous exhaustion. Calming and relaxing.

Grasses

Essences produced from grasses tend to be very anti-bacterial, very purifying and anti-parasitic. Many also have a warming effect on the body and are used for clearing negative energy and uplifting the spirit and senses.

Citronella

Anti-fungal. Insect repellent. Aids in clearing colds, flu, headaches, athletes foot, jet lag, ringworm. Uplifting and joyful. Excellent for the diffuser.

Palmarosa

Aids in lack of appetite, supports circulation and addresses infections. Supports pain relief of all kinds. Great for inflamed skin and acne.

Uplifts mood and eases nervous tension.

We have so much more to share about how nature’s architecture influences your well-being. Stay tuned for our next installments—Essential Oil Benefits by Plant Parts: Part 2 and Part 3—where we’ll unlock the secrets of the stems, the soul of the seeds, and everything in between!

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