Hyssop derived its name from a Greek word that translates to good smelling herb. It has a pleasant aroma that has long been used for its medicinal purposes. It became very popular in the Middle Ages for its therapeutic properties.
Name of Oil: Hyssop
Latin Binomial: Hyssopus officinalis
Extraction Method: Steam
Countries of Origin: France
Scent Profile: Camphorous, slightly sweet, earthy, fruity, woody
Parts used in distillation: Leaves, flowers, buds
Oil Characteristics: Clear to pale yellow, thin, medium aroma
Cultivation: Conventional Farming
Used in aromatherapy for the symptomatic relief of:
Respiratory concerns, colds, bruising, wounds, arthritis, muscular aches, digestive concerns, hypotension, appetite stimulant and herpes.
Used in aromatherapy to help ease emotional symptoms of:
Invigorates the mind, mental fatigue, mental debility and concentration.
Mentioned in the Old Testament of the Bible as one of the bitter herbs, used by Hippocrates
a-pinene, camphene, b-pinene, sabinene, myrcene, limonene, pinocamphene,isopinocamphene, a-terpineol, 1,8 cineol, b thujone
Safety:
Avoid in pregnancy, breast-feeding, and children under age 2.
Books Cited:
The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition – Salvatore Battaglia
Essential Oil Safety , 2nd Edition – Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young
Aromatherapy – Jennifer Peace Rhind
The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy – Valerie Wormwood
Aromatherapeutic Blending – Jennifer Peace Rhind
The Fragrant Mind – Valerie Wormwood
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