Rosmarinus officinalis
Lamiaceae
Rosemary, Compass Weed, Old Man
Therapeutic Actions
analgesic | antiarthritic | antibacterial | antibilious |
antidepressant | antiemetic | antifungal | antimicrobial |
antineuralgic | antioxidant | antiseptic | antispasmodic |
aphrodisiac | astringent | bactericidal | calefacient |
carminative | cephalic | cholagogue | cordial |
diaphoretic | digestive | diuretic | emmenagogue |
expecgtorant | fungicidal | insecticide | hepatic |
hypertensive | hypocholesterolemic | nervine | neuroprotective |
restorative | rubefacient | spasmolytic | stimulant |
stomachic | sudorific | tonic | vasodilator |
vermifuge | vulnerary |
Common Uses
Skin issues (acne, dandruff, dermatitis)
Hair (oily and growth)
Digestive issues
Cold & flu symptoms
Lymphatic congestion
Libido
Fatigue (physical and mental)
Contraidications & Safety
Skin patch test recommended for topical use
Chronic asthma, epilepsy, and hypertension can be aggravated in high amounts
Not for use in 1st trimester of pregnancy
Do not use on children younger than age 4
Primary Constituents
Varies by chemotype
Primarily 1,8-cineole, Camphor, and Alpha-pinene