Oregano Essential Oil - Available at Holistic Health Houston

Botanical Name: Origanum vulgare
Origin: Eastern Europe

 

Description: Its main effect seems to be on the digestive system, soothing the stomach, liver and spleen. Calms intestinal spasm. May combat acidity, stomach gas and encourage appetite. May alleviate symptoms of asthma and whooping cough. Its warming and pain relieving action may be beneficial to period cramps, rheumatism and muscular pain.

Scent Characteristics: Herby, woody, yet slightly spicy.

Distillation Method: Steam distilled form the leaves.

Common Uses: Flavoring and Scent

Qualities & Properties: Analgesic, Antiheumatic, Antispasmodic, Antiseptic, Apertif, Bechic, Carminative, Disinfectant, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Hepatic, Laxative, Parasiticide, Rubefacient, Splenetic, Stimulant, Stomachic, Sudorific, Tonic, Vulnerary.

Warning: Use with caution if you are pregnant or nurExtreme skin irritant, diulte well. dilute well.