Marjoram Essential Oil
Marjoram Essential Oil (Origanum majorana)
| Common name | Marjoram |
| Botanical name | Origanum majorana |
| Method of Extraction | Steam distilled |
| Plant Part | leaves |
| Country of Origin | Egypt |
| Note | Middle |
Description
Marjoram Essential Oil (Origanum majorana) distilled leaf oil
| Common name | Marjoram |
| Botanical name | Origanum majorana |
| Method of Extraction | Steam distilled |
| Plant Part | leaves |
| Country of Origin | Egypt |
| Note | Middle |
| Appearance | pale yellow to amber coloured mobile liquid |
| Aroma | warm woody spicy camphoraceous odour |
| Major Constituents | terpinene-4-ol, p-cymene, y-terpinene, linalool, α-terpineol |
| Properties | soothing, calming, warming, digestive stimulant |
| Traditional Uses | anxiety, stress, muscular aches and pains, respiratory issues, digestive issues |
| Blends well with | bergamot, cedarwood, chamomile roman, cypress, eucalyptus, lavender, rosemary, tea tree |
| Cautions | Generally regarded as safe. Should not be confused with Oregano, “wild” Marjoram etc. |
Marjoram is a bushy perennial herb with oval leaves and small whitish flowers, all of which are aromatic. The name originates from the Greek meaning “joy of the mountains”. It was used by the ancient Greeks in perfumes, cosmetics and medicines. It is also a traditionally culinary herb.
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