Organic Oregano Essential Oil. 10 ml (1/3 oz). 100% Pure, Undiluted, Therapeutic Grade.
Botanical Name:Origanum Vulgare L * Plant Part:Herb * Extraction Method:Steam Distilled * Origin:Spain * Description:Origanum is a hardy, bushy perennial herb that grows up to 90cm (35 in) with a straight stem covered in hair. The leaves are dark green and oval in shape. It will also have a profusion of pink flowers clustered in heads at the top of the branches. * Color:Light yellow to reddish yellow liquid. * Common Uses:Organic Oregano Essential Oil is said to have the following properties: analgesic, anti rheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitoxic, antiviral, bactericidal, carminative, choleretic, cytophylactic, diaphoretic, diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, fungicidal, parasiticide, rubefacient, stimulant and tonic. Due to high carvacol content, Organic Oregano Essential Oil is considered to be "nature's cure all" as it is reputed to have one of the best antiseptic and anti-bacterial properties. It can also be used as a fragrance component in soaps, colognes and perfumes, especially men's fragrances. * Consistency:Thin * Note:Middle * Strength of Aroma:Strong * Blends well with:Lavender,Rosemary,Bergamot,Chamomile,Cypress, Cedarwood,Tea TreeandEucalyptus. * Aromatic Scent:Organic Oregano Essential Oil has a powerful, spicy, camphor-like aroma. * History:There is an interesting side note to Origanum: two things survived the nuclear bomb tests of the 1950s - cockroaches and yeasts. Nonetheless, researchers at Georgetown University proved that oil of wild Origanum completely destroyed yeasts in petri-dishes. * Cautions:Organic Oregano Essential Oil is both a dermal irritant and a mucous membrane irritant. Avoid use if pregnant.