Oregano (Origanum vulgare L.)



Family

  • Lamiaceae

Components

  • Essential oils (thymol)
  • Tannins
  • Flavonoids

Parts used

  • Aerial parts (flowers, stems and leaves - grass)

Properties

  • Antiseptic
  • Digestive
  • Expectorant
  • Antioxidant
  • Anti-inflammatory

Side effects

  • Possible allergy after sun exposure

Contraindications

  • Not documented

Interactions

  • Not documented

How to use