Oregano, as an herb, is widely used in Italian cuisine. Aromatically, it’s considered to be a very strong essential oil that must be used with care. It’s known to be effective in aromatherapy for helping with symptomatic relief for all kinds of infection when used properly.
Name of Oil: Oregano
Latin Binomial: Origanum vulgare
Extraction Method: Steam
Countries of Origin: France
Scent Profile: Herbaceous, pungent, sharp
Parts used in distillation: Leaves
Oil Characteristics: Pale yellow, thin, strong aroma
Cultivation: Conventional Farming
Applications
Used in aromatherapy for the symptomatic relief of:
Viral/bacterial/fungal infections and treats coughs
Used in aromatherapy to help ease emotional symptoms of:
No known emotional uses
History
Long history of use in cooking and helping to fight infections
Safety Data:
Avoid use in pregnancy and breast feeding.May inhibit blood clotting
Books Cited:
The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition – Salvatore Battaglia
Essential Oil Safety , 2nd Edition – Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young
The Complete Book of Essential Oils &Aromatherapy – Valerie Wormwood Aromatherapeutic Blending – Jennifer PeaceRhind
The Fragrant Mind – Valerie Wormwood