Description
Sweet Marjoram originates from Egypt and grows to around ten inches tall. It has white / pink flowers and dark green oval shapped leaves. It is a busy perennial herb.
Characteristics
A top note spicy oil with campherous and woody undertones with a real herbaceous scent about it.
Oils to Blend with
Marjoram blends well with most herb based essential oils as well as Lavender, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Cypress, Mandarin, Orange, Nutmeg, Rosemary, Rosewood and Ylang Ylang

Latin Name
Origanum marjorana

Plant Family
Labiate

Extraction Method
The essential oil is steam distiled from the flowering tops and the leaves

Country of Origin
Egypt

Chemical Constituents
Borneol, Terpineol (Alcohols), Camphor (Ketone), Caryophyllene (Sesquiterpene), Pinene, Sabinene, Terpinene (Terpenes)

Precautions
As with all essential oils we recommend you do not use essential oils during pregnancy. Prolonged use can cause drowsiness.