Product Description
Product Name: Hyssop (Wild) EO
Botanical Name: Hyssopus officinalis var decumbens
Country of Origin: Hungary
Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Cultivation: Wild
General Description: Hyssop is a perennial herb that grows in southern Europe and the Middle East. The plant has blue to purple flowers and narrow leaves that are grayish-green in color. The essential oil is extracted from the leaves and flowering tops of the plant through steam distillation.
Notes: Middle
Common Uses: Hyssop essential oil is known for its antiseptic, antiviral, and expectorant properties. It can be used to help relieve symptoms of respiratory conditions like coughs, bronchitis, and asthma. It is also used in aromatherapy to help ease anxiety, stress, and nervous tension.
Characteristics: Colorless to pale yellow in color with a strong, fresh, and slightly sweet aroma.
Blends with: Hyssop essential oil blends well with other herbal oils like clary sage, rosemary, and lavender.
Cautions: Hyssop essential oil should not be used during pregnancy or by individuals with epilepsy. It should also be used with caution and in low dilutions as it can be toxic in high doses.
Spiritual: Hyssop has been used in spiritual and religious practices for centuries. It is mentioned in the Bible as a cleansing herb and was used in ancient times to ward off evil spirits. In aromatherapy, hyssop is believed to have a purifying and cleansing effect on the mind and spirit.
History: Hyssop has been used for medicinal and spiritual purposes for thousands of years. It was used in ancient Egypt for embalming, and the ancient Greeks and Romans used it for medicinal purposes. In the Middle Ages, hyssop was used to ward off the plague.
