Greek Oregano

Forms Available: essential oil, leaf

Greek Oregano - origanum vulgaris hirtum - a much used herb in Mediterranean cooking. A very antiseptic herb. This herb can be used, internally, to treat colds, fevers, flu, stomach aches, and cramps - it is diaphoretic, calming, sedating and antispasmodic. Oregano is also a diuretic, and expectorant. Externally, oregano has been used to relieve the pain of rheumatism, arthritis, and swellings.

Aromatherapy & Health Uses: antiseptic, antispasmodic, calming, diaphoretic, diuretic, expectorant.