With a middle-note scent that is herbaceous, green, and spicy, this oil has an odor intensity of about three out of five. Blending companions include lavender, rosemary, bergamot, juniper, and geranium. For physical usage, this oil exhibits anti-infl...
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With a middle-note scent that is herbaceous, green, and spicy, this oil has an odor intensity of about three out of five. Blending companions include lavender, rosemary, bergamot, juniper, and geranium. For physical usage, this oil exhibits anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, muscle relaxant, respiratory, and sedative properties. For emotional usage, marjoram is effective in treating feelings of despair, despondency and self-pity; it fosters self-nurturing, honoring; it is comforting, and can restore hope. This plant's family name of oregano is from the Greek oros and ganos, meaning "joy of the mountain." Marjoram was historically believed to bring spiritual peace to the dead. This is "sweet" marjoram; do not confuse it with "wild" or "Spanish" marjoram (Thymus mastachina).
Marjoram, Sweet (Origanum marjorana)
Plant Family
Lamiaceae (Labiatae).
Synonyms
Marjorana hortensis, knotted marjoram.
Description and Distribution
An annual, or sometimes biennial, herb with greyish leaves and small white or purplish flowers arranged in roundish clusters or 'knots'. The plant is native to the Mediterranean region, but is cultivated throughout the world. Most of the oil is produced in France, North Africa, Eastern Europe and Germany.
Extraction Method
Steam distillation of the dried flowering herb.
Nature of the Oil
A light amber liquid. The aroma is warm, woody and camphoraceous. The odour effect is warming and calming; a reputed anaphrodisiac (quells sexual desire).
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Cautions
Avoid during pregnancy. There are no significant reports in the dermatological literature of adverse skin reactions to sweet marjoram oil. This oil is not to be confused with the less expensive, Spanish marjoram (Thymus mastichina) which, as the botanical name confirms, is actually a species of thyme and therefore has a different chemical composition. Almost all chemovars of T. mastichina are highly irritant to the skin and mucous membranes and are therefore not recommended for home use.
Additional Information
Founded in 1984 in the Trinity Mountains of north central California, Aura Cacia is a leading manufacturer of 100% pure and natural essential oils and quality aromatherapy products.
Aura Cacia offers more than 80 essential oils that create moods such as relaxation, rejuvenation and sensuality.
Essential oils from Aura Cacia are 100% pure botanical oils without any added water, alcohol or other diluting agents. These aromatic oils are generally steam-distilled from herbs, fruits and flowers. Citrus fruit essential oils are cold-expressed.
No animals are used to test Aura Cacia products. The products are biodegradable.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor. The essence of the current American rule on Traditional Uses is, as stated by FTC, "Claims based on historical or traditional use should be substantiated by confirming scientific evidence, or should be presented in such a way that consumers understand that the sole basis for the claim is a history of use of the product for a particular purpose."
