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Rosemary

Botanical Name: Rosmarinus officinalis

Anatomical areas: Skin, circulatory system, muscles and joints, respiratory system, digestive system, genito-urinary system, immune system, nervous system.

Allopathic uses: Analgesic, antibacterial, anticatarrhal, antifungal, anti-infectious, antimicrobial, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, cardiotonic, carminative, cephalic, cholertic, cicatrizant, cordial, cytophylactic, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic (mild), emmenagogic, expectorant, fungicidal, hepatic stimulant, hypertensive, litholytic, nervine, neurotonic, parasiticide, restorative, rubefacient, sexual tonic, stimulant (circulatory, adrenal cortex), stomachic, sudorific, general tonic.

Indications: Cardiac fatigue, palpitations, low blood pressure, cold hands and feet, poor concentration, nervous debility, muscle stiffness, cramping and pain, colds, coughs, bronchitis, dyspepsia, flatulence, abdominal distention, hair loss.

Holistic uses: In Chinese medicine, warm/dry action, fire element, excellent yang tonic, promotes circulation of Qi and blood, energizes Heart Qi. Psychologically, promotes self-worth and strong, healthy ego, boosts confidence and morale, warms Spirit. As the herb of remembrance, helps recall loved ones and to remember our own true path. Stimulates 6th chakra.

Contraindications: Non-toxic, non-irritant in dilution only, pregnancy, breast feeding, children under 2 years, epilepsy, fever.

Blending: Top note. Blends well with olibanum, lavender, lavandin, citronella, oregano, thyme, pine, basil, peppermint, labdanum, elemi, cedarwood, petitgrain, cinnamon, other spice oils.

Chemical Components: Pinenes, camphene, limonene, cineol (40%), borneal with camphor (10%), linalol, terpineol, octanone, bornyl acetate.

Characteristics: Colorless to pale yellow color. Strong, fresh, minty-camphoraceous, balsamic, slightly woody.

Extraction:  Steam distillation of fresh flowering tops or whole plant.