The Origanum majorana plant is a close relative to oregano, with a softer, sweeter taste and smell. Our marjoram essential oil is steam-distilled from the leaves and flowers of marjoram plants grown in Spain.
Botanical Name: Origanum majorana
Country of Origin: Spain
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Plant Part: Leaves/Flowers
Aromatic Scent: warm and spicy aroma, with a hint of nutmeg
Blends Well With: Orange, Lavender, Frankincense, Tea Tree, Eucalyptus, Basil, Thyme, Cypress, Chamomile, Nutmeg
Common Uses
Marjoram is a sweet, warming essential oil. Add a few drops to a bath or mix into a soothing sports muscle massage. Diffuse or apply topically in 2-5% dilution.
Fun Fact
Marjoram Sweet Essential Oil was very popular and amongst the ancient Greeks. The name itself originates from a Greek word meaning 'œJoy of the Mountains'.
Cautions:
Marjoram Sweet Essential Oil is generally non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing.
Avoid use during pregnancy.
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