Hyssop

Hyssopus officinalis

An attractive bushy aromatic perennial herb, part of the Mint family, the name comes from the Greek word, hyssopus, which was derived from Hebrew ezob, meaning good scented herb.  Hyssop oil derived from the herb is harvested twice a year. The leaves and flowering tops are collected and steam distilled at the end of Spring and at the beginning of Autumn. Hyssop has long been used for purifying sacred places for nearly 5,000 years.  

Known as one of the oldest herbs used by human beings, with a rich documented history in medicinal treatment. Hippocrates, the renowned physician, noted using Hyssop for treating bronchial, chest and throat complaints. The ancient Romans brewed a medicated wine using leaves and flowers to offer protection from plague and other health disorders, it was highly valued as a natural remedy. A form of tea infusion, and tincture have also been utilized in history in the treatment of dropsy and jaundice. The plant grows to about 50cm - 60cm, with narrow leaves and either blue, pink or white flowers. 

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  • STUDIED PROPERTIES
  • COMMON USES

STUDIED PROPERTIES

SPECIFICATIONS 
APPEARANCE     Colorless To Yellow Mobile Liquid  
ODOUR    Characteristic, Fresh  
SPECIFIC GRAVITY @20°C    0.860 to 0.960 
REFRACTIVE INDEX @20°C     1.455 to 1.500 
SOLUBILITY   Insoluble In Water, Soluble In Ethyl Alcohol 
FLASHPOINT (°C)  >52° 
 
GENERAL CHEMICAL CONSTITUENTS 
Pinocamphone, Isopinocamphone, B-Pinene, Myrtenyl methyl ether, Myrteno, Thujone 


ALLERGENS:  
MATERIAL             CAS NUMBER        MAXIMUM INCLUSION LEVEL (%) 
Limonene              5989-27-5            <5%  
Linalool                 78-70-6                <2%

COMMON USES

Diffuse, Creams, Lotions, Serums, and massage oils. 
 
BENEFITS: 
Hyssop oil has been used since biblical times to treat respiratory and digestive ailments, and as an antiseptic for minor cuts, as it has antifungal and antibacterial activity against some strains of pathogens. antibacterial and antifungal activity, Aging-related skin problems, such as sagging and wrinkles, Muscle spasms and cramps, and acute abdominal pain, Arthritis, rheumatism, gout and inflammation 
Loss of appetite, stomachaches, flatulence and indigestion, Fevers, Hypotension or low blood pressure, Irregular menstrual cycles and menopause, Respiratory problems, such as colds, cough and flu, Coughs, Colds, Influenza, Bronchitis, Catarrh, Asthma, Bronchial Infections, Contusions, Bruising, Wound, Arthritis, Rheumatism. 
 
BLENDS WELL WITH: 
Bay Leaf, Clary Sage, Geranium, Lavender, Myrtle, Rosemary, Sage and Citrus oils.