The camphor plant is known for its essential oil that gives it its characteristic odor. The oil is distilled from the plants roots and small branches. These plants may be used in medicine, perfumes or flavorings.

Camphor

The camphor plant is known for its essential oil that gives it its characteristic odor. The oil is distilled…

Camphor is a white transparent waxy crystalline solid with a strong penetrating pungent aromatic odor.

Camphor

Camphor is a white transparent waxy crystalline solid with a strong penetrating pungent aromatic odor.

"An evergreen of the laurel family, having glossy leaves and bearing clusters of yellowish flowers, which are succeeded by branches of fruit resembling black currants." -Lupton

Camphor Tree

"An evergreen of the laurel family, having glossy leaves and bearing clusters of yellowish flowers,…