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Source: Turkey, Europe, North Africa
Extraction: Steam distilled
Note: Middle
Scent: Spicy, herbaceous, camphor
Key Points:
- Potent antibacterial for treating infections
- Some disagreement among sources whether it is safe for home use
- Differentiate between oil of oregano blends and pure essential oil when purchasing-the former are marketed like supplements
Properties: Analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antibacterial, antiviral, expectorant, stimulant
Uses: respiratory disease, infections, disinfection
Cautions: Do not use during pregnancy. Can cause skin and mucous membrane irritation. Schnaubelt cautions that long term use may cause changes in liver metabolism
