Marjoram Essential Oil

Marjoram Essential Oil

Botanical Name

Alternative Names

Source Location

Plant part used

Origanum majorana

Sweet marjoram

Mediterranean, North Africa, Europe

Flowering plant

Extraction Method

Color

Consistency

Aroma Strength

Steam distillation

Clear

Thin

Medium

Fragrance

Woody, herbaceous, sweet, nutty spiciness

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. 

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

Constituents

Alpha-Terpineol, Terpinen-4-ol, Sabinene, Linalol, Sabinol, Thujanol, Citral, Linalyl Acetate, Camphor, Carvacrol, Estragol, Eugenol, Myrcene, Phellandrene, Pinene, Alpha Terpenene, Beta-Caryophyllene

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

Safety

Generally safe, but not to be used during pregnancy.