Oregano is commonly known as wild marjoram. Oregano is grown as an essential crop in several countries in south eastern Europe and in the Mediterranean region such as Bulgaria, Romania, Greece, and Turkey . Oregano oil is derived from the leaves and flowers of oregano (Origanum vulgare), a hardy, bushy perennial herb, and a member of the mint (Lamiaceae) family. The resulting oil is golden to dark yellow, with a strong spicy odour.
Features :
- Major Constituents for Oregano Oil
- Carvacrol
- P-Cymene
- Gamma-Terpinene
- Thymol
- Linalool
Aromatic Uses :
- The compounds in oregano oil work together to provide the antimicrobial effects this oil is so well-known for. Carvacrol is its most important component, and is responsible for many of its health benefits.
- Oregano oil is also a prized antiseptic essential oil in aromatherapy because its proportion of phenols is said to be the highest of all aromatic plants. Aside from using the steam method to relieve coughs and other respiratory illnesses, you can also use it to ward off insects.
Details :
- Aromatic Description - Oregano Oil is strong, hot, herbaceous-camphorous odour
- Method of Extraction - Steam Distilled
- Part Used - Flowers/Buds/leaves
- Colour - Pale Yellow
- Consistency - Thin
- Perfumery Note - Middle
- Strength of Initial Aroma - Strong