Marjoram

Origanum Marjorana/Marjorana Hortensis

Description:

A tender bushy perennial plant up to 2ft/60cm high with a hairy stem, dark green oval leaves and small grayish-white flowers growing in clusters

Actions:

Analgesic, anaphrodisiac, antioxidant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, bactericidal, carminative, cephalic, cordial, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, fungicidal, hypotensor, laxative, nervine, sedative, tonic, vasodilatator, vulnerary

Extraction:

The oil is extracted by steam distillation from the dried flowering herb.

Characteristics:

A pale yellow or amber coloured, mobile liquid with a warm, woody, spicy-camphoraceous odor. Blends well with lavender, rosemary, bergamot, chamomile, cypress, tea tree and eucalyptus

Perfume:

Scent:

Warm, woody, spicy, nutty, camphoraceous, herbaceous, penetrating

Key Qualities:

Anaphrodisiac, stupefying in large doses, cephalic, sedative, nervine, restorative, warming, comforting

Odour Intensity:

Medium

Aromatherapy Use:

Skin Care:

Chilblains, bruises, tics

Circulation, Muscles & Joints:

Arthritis, lumbago, muscular aches and stiffness, rheumatism, sprains, strains

Digestive System:

Colic, constipation, dyspepsia, flatulence

Reproductive System:

Amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, leukorrhea, PMS

Respiratory System:

Asthma, bronchitis, colds, coughs

Nervous System:

Headache, hypertension, insomnia, migraine, nervous tension, stress-related conditions

Safety Data:

Warning: This oils should not be used during pregnancy.

This oil can be purchased at Tamsha for Essential Oils

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