Oregano Essential Oil

Product Details Scientific Name: Origanum Vulgare Origin: Spain Plant Part: Herb Scent: Herbaceous and Sharp Color: Pale Yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top - Middle Initial Aroma Strength: Strong Extraction Method: Steam Distilled Oregano Essential Oil: Uses, Benefits, and Blends VINEVIDA’s Oregano Essential oil comes directly from Morocco, where the hot, rocky climate is perfect for growing premium-quality plants. Though the herb is most well-known as a cooking spice, its essential oil contains many potential benefits. Keep reading to discover what makes oregano oil both an antioxidant and an antibacterial agent, and how best to use it! For centuries, people have been using oregano as a flavoring additive in foods and beverages. Though popular in the Mediterranean for thousands of years, oregano made it to America much later. During the war, Americans who spent time in Italy came back raving about the herb. This led to an increase in oregano’s popularity, particularly for its use in Italian foods. Additionally, history shows the Ancient Greeks using oregano essential oil to treat wounds, poisonings, and even bites from venomous creatures like snakes and scorpions. Where Does Oregano Essential Oil Come From? Oregano oil is extracted from the perennial herb oregano. This flowering plant is a member of the mint family, Lamiaceae , as well as being in the same genus as the similar herb, marjoram. In fact, you will occasionally hear the term “wild marjoram” instead of oregano, whereas marjoram, on the other hand, often goes by “sweet marjoram”. The name oregano comes from the Latin word orīganum, which is derived from Classic Greek. The original Greek word for oregano translates to “ brightness of the mountain ”. Oregano is native to the Mediterranean region, as well as the western and southwestern areas of Eurasia. At VINEVIDA, we source premium quality Oregano Essential Oil from Morocco, coming from the botanical species Origanum Compactum Benth. Oregano Essential Oil Benefits: Component Breakdown Carvacrol: Carvacrol is a naturally occurring phenolic monoterpenoid common in the oils of oregano, thyme, and other plants. Multiple studies show carvacrol to contain  antimicrobial, anticancer, and antioxidant properties . Unfortunately, there is a lack of human trials to provide more concrete evidence. This creates a barrier to making conclusions on carvacrol and its potential health benefits. However, preliminary evidence is promising, and we can expect further research in terms of what medicinal roles carvacrol may play in the future. Carvacrol is also a huge contributor to the warm, spicy aroma of oregano Essential Oil. Also, it makes sure of most of the oregano essential oil benefits. p-Cymene: p-Cymene is an aromatic monoterpene, which occurs naturally in plants. It is colorless and has a mild, sweet aroma. Research suggests p-Cymene may be an effective anti-inflammatory agent. Gamma-terpinene: Gamma-terpinene is a monoterpene that can b