Aromatherapy Oils - Hyssop

Botanical name: Hyssopus Officinalis
Botanical family: Labiatae

Note: Middle

Part of plant used: Leaves and flowering tops

Origin: Hyssop is common in the Midi region of France and the Mediterranean.

Description: Not a strong aroma but very in-depth and powerful.

History: The Hebrews called Hyssop, Ezob. Used in biblical times as a great cleanser.

Properties and Indications:

Raises low blood pressure - good for the circulatory system
Chest complaints - allows the bronchioles to dilate
Asthma - use in an oil burner rather than as a massage or inhalation
Sudorific
Mucousy states, pussy conditions
Effective on the parasympathetic nervous system
Can be healing to the skin in cases of dermatitis and eczema

Personality

Cleanses the soul and spirit, particularly for morbid states
Depression with no real reason - suicidal tendencies
Helps people to go deeper - by-passes the mind
Deep seated fear, superstitious fear
Obsession

Contra-indications:

Do not use if pregnant
Can cause nausea, dizziness, convulsions
Do not use on epileptics or people with high blood pressure

Blending:

Angelica, Basil, Fennel, Lavender, Melissa, Orange, Rosemary, Tangerine

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