Origanum vulgare
Oregano, Wild Marjoram, Winter Sweet, Mountain Mint
Lamiaceae
Parts Used
Above ground parts of herb
Native To
Mediterranean, Spain, or Turkey
Preparations
Essential oil, infusion, tincture, extract
Primary Constituents
Monoterpenes
Para-cymene
Gamma-terpinene
Phenols
Carvacrol
Thymol
Therapeutic Actions
anthelmintic | antibacterial | antifungal | antimicrobial |
antioxidant | antiseptic | antispasmodic | cholagogue |
choleretic | diuretic | expectorant | fungicide |
irritant |
Household Uses
Skin irritants (acne, cold sores)
Bug bites & parasites
Toothaches
Allergies
Cold & flu symptoms
Contraindications & Safety
Skin patch test required for topical use.
Not recommended during pregnancy.
Do not use if allergic to other plants in Lamiaceae family
Do not use if diagnosed with asthma or liver disease
Essential oil should be avoided with homeopathics
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For educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.