Description
Oregano Oil is a powerful essential oil extracted through steam distillation of the leaves and flowering tops of Origanum vulgare, a Mediterranean herb long valued in culinary practices. With its warm, spicy, and herbaceous aroma, oregano oil also widely used in aromatherapy.
Botanical / Technical Profile
Botanical Name: Origanum vulgare
Family: Lamiaceae
Part of Plant Used: Leaves and flowering tops
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Main Chemical Constituents:
Carvacrol (60–80%)
Thymol (5–10%)
p-Cymene (5–10%)
Gamma-terpinene, linalool, borneo
Appearance & Aroma:
Color: Pale yellow to dark golden
Aroma: Warm, spicy, herbaceous, pungent
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