Marjoram sweet - Origanum marjorana

History: It was thought by the Greeks and Romans that marjoram conferred longevity or a greater life span. They also used it for spasm, digestion, promoting menstruation, healing bruises and as an antidote against poison. Newlyweds were given sprigs of marjoram for good luck, and it was placed on graves to bring peace to departed souls. Before hops, marjoram was used in making beer.

Characteristics: A middle note with a medium aroma, it has a warm and spicy aroma, with a note like nutmeg.

Clinical Studies:

Indications: Used for ticks, bruises, wounds, coughs, difficult breathing, spasmodic coughs, sinusitis, to open sinus and breathing passages, arthritis, muscle aches and stiffness, sprains, hypertension, improve circulation and dilate the blood vessels, irregular heart beat, colds, flu, mouth ulcers, colic, constipation, digestive problems, regulating menstrual cycle, curbs excessive sexuality, blocks in sympathetic nervous system, headaches, stress and nervous tension, eliminating fear of persecution.

Personality Profile:

Subtle Aromatherapy:

Mode of Administration: Aroma lamp, bath, compress, diffusor, inhaler, light bulb ring, lotion, massage, mist spray, steam inhalation

Safety: Nontoxic, avoid in pregnancy, asthmatic conditions, low blood pressure, depression.

References:
Battaglia, S.  The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy; Third Edition The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2017
Tisserand R. Young R.  Essential Oil Safety, second edition.  Churchhill Livingstone, UK, 2013
Sheppard-Hanger S. The Aromatherapy Practitioner Reference Manual.  Atlantic Institute of Aromatherapy, USA, 2000
Caddy R. Essential Oils in Colour.  Amberwood Publishing, UK, 2005
Lawless J. The encyclopaedia of Essential Oils.  Element Books Limited, GB, 1992
Caddy R. the Essential Blending Guide.  Amberwood Publishing, UK, 2007
Weaver W.W. Sauer’s Herbal Cures.  Routledge, UK, 2001
World Wide Web Encyclopedia Britannica. USA, 2014
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