Marjoram Origanum majorana Essential Oil Information

Marjoram Essential Oil |
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Botanical Name |
Alternative Names |
Source Location |
Plant part used |
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Origanum majorana |
Sweet marjoram |
Mediterranean, North Africa, Europe |
Flowering plant |
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Extraction Method |
Color |
Consistency |
Aroma Strength |
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Steam distillation |
Clear |
Thin |
Medium |
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Fragrance |
Woody, herbaceous, sweet, nutty spiciness |
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Benefits |
Used for muscle cramps, inflammation, sprains, rheumatism, stiff joints, muscle aches, muscle pains. Relieves stomach cramps, flatulence, digestive discomfort, laxatives, and diarrhea, helping with respiratory problems like asthma, coughing, and bronchitis. |
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Blends Well With |
Basil, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Cinnamon Leaf, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Eucalyptus Lemon, Fennel, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Orange, Patchouli, Peppermint, Pine, Rosemary, Tea Tree, Thyme |
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Constituents |
Alpha-Terpineol, Terpinen-4-ol, Sabinene, Linalol, Sabinol, Thujanol, Citral, Linalyl Acetate, Camphor, Carvacrol, Estragol, Eugenol, Myrcene, Phellandrene, Pinene, Alpha Terpenene, Beta-Caryophyllene |
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Properties |
Analgesic, aphrodisiac, antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, antiparasitical, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, carminative, cephalic, diaphoretic, diuretic (mild), emenagogue, expectorant, hypotensive, laxative, sedative, stimulant (digestive), stomachic, tonic, vasodilator, vulnerary |
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Safety |
Generally safe, but not to be used during pregnancy. |
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