Extraction Method

Steam distilled

Note Classification

Middle

Aroma

Bright, sweet, balsamic

Properties

Analgesic, antispasmodic, anaphrodisiac, antiseptic, antiviral, bactericidal, carminative, cephalic, cordial, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, emenagogue, expectorant, fungicidal, hypotensive, laxative, nervine, sedative, stomachic, vasodilator and vulnerary substance.

Overview

Utilized both as a culinary and medicinal herb. It is considered a comforting herb.

Blends Well With

Basil, bergamot, black pepper, cedarwood, chamomile, cypress, eucalyptus, eucalyptus lemon, fennel, juniper, lavender, lemon, orange, peppermint, pine, rosemary, tea tree, thyme

Herbal Miscellany

The Greeks referred to this plant as the joy of the mountains and considered it a symbol of happiness.

Precautions

Oil Specific: Avoid while pregnant.

General: As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted, in eyes or mucus membranes. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier.