Oregano

Family: Lamiaceae

Botanical name: Marjoram

Also known as:

Sweet Marjoram

Origin:

Southwest Asia, Egypt, present throughout the Mediterranean basin

Part of the plant distilled: Flowering aerial part

ORIGINS & HISTORY OF Oregano

Originally from Egypt, Marjoram loves sun and warmth as much as it dislikes cold and humidity.

It has been cultivated around the Mediterranean basin since antiquity, particularly for its digestive properties.

The Greeks and Romans crowned the heads of newlyweds with it to bring them good fortune and promote their fertility.

This perennial plant has long been associated with love. Mythology tells us that it was the goddess Aphrodite who gave it its sweet and slightly spicy fragrance by simply touching its leaves.

Marjoram is also renowned for its aphrodisiac properties, but also for its balancing benefits against sexual obsessions.

Be careful not to confuse Marjoram with Oregano. It is a very close species to common Oregano; they belong to the same botanical genus.

Oregano is more commonly used for its anti-infectious properties.

The virtues of essential oil of Oregano

Propriétés thérapeutiques

Powerful tonic for the parasympathetic system: Anti-asthenic, neurological, and nervous rebalancing Powerful antifungal Powerful antibacterial Antispasmodic Percutaneous analgesic Anti-inflammatory Gastric stimulant and appetite regulator

Indications fréquentes

Nervous disorders Neurovegetative dystonias Nervous System: Spasmophilia Stress Anxiety Depression Nervousness Irritability Insomnia Psychosis General and psychological fatigue Respiratory System: Dyspnea Spasmodic cough Respiratory Infections: Rhinitis Bronchitis Rhinopharyngitis Sinusitis Otitis Cardiovascular System: Hypertension Palpitations Extrasystoles Arrhythmia Digestive System: Aerophagia Dyspepsia Gastritis Hyperchlorhydria Gastroduodenal ulcer Colitis Sexual System: Sexual obsession Rheumatism and neuralgia Osteoarthritis Lumbago Sciatica Muscle cramps and contractures Staphylococcus aureus, pneumococcus, E. coli Hyperthyroidism

HOW TO USE Oregano ESSENTIAL OIL

Brief summary of the main indications & uses cited by our reference authors*

This does not replace consultation with a doctor or aromatherapy pharmacist, who alone can provide you with personalized advice.

We have compiled some useful daily formulas here.

If you are interested in them, we advise you to refer directly to the books.

The authors compile their recipes there, as well as their detailed advice and explanations.

1mL = 25-30 drops
EO = Essential Oil
VO = Vegetable Oil
OM = Oily Macerate

Precautions for use of the essential oil of Oregano

This oil can be irritating to the skin, especially for sensitive skin. In this case, dilute with a vegetable oil to at least 50% before application.

Not recommended for pregnant women.
Allergens: limonene, linalool, neral, geraniol.

Essential Oils are powerful and complex substances that must be handled with care!

If you're new to aromatherapy, don't hesitate to consult our advice page and seek guidance from a professional (specialist pharmacist or therapist) who alone can provide personalized advice – these indications do not replace a consultation.

Cutaneous route
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Broadcast
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Oral route
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Ideally on a tablet or in a capsule - interesting for the digestive system

RECIPES

01 MARJOLAINE DES JARDINSÉnergie & Tonus+

ORIGINES & HISTOIRE(S) DE LA MARJOLAINE DES JARDINS

But also…

Aude Maillard also recommends Garden Marjoram EO in cases of:

Nervous breakdown Raynaud's disease Available in her book "Le grand guide de l'aromathérapie et des soins beauté naturels" - Aude Maillard & Aromazone - J'AI LU Bien-Être 2016

Dominique Baudoux also indicates the use of Garden Marjoram EO for: