Rosemary Essential Oil

From the latin word "Rosemarinus", which means Sea Dew as Rosemary absolutely loves water. Rosemary is native to most of Europe, however the Mediterranean climate lends itself favourably to the growth of Rosemary especially around coastal regions.

Characteristics

Very recognisable scent with its sharp and fresh green top notes and campherous undertones, stimulating and aiding to concentration, instantly clearing the mind.

Oils to Blend with

Rosemary essential oil blends well with most spice and citrus oils and can be used to great effect with Lavender. Oils we like to blend with Rosemary are Basil, Cedarwood, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger, Grapefruit, Lemongrass, Lime, Mandarin, Orange, Peppermint and Tangerine.

Latin Name

Rosemarinus officianalis

Plant Family

Labiate or Lamiacae

Extraction Method

Dry distilled from the needles

Country of Origin

Tunisia

Chemical Constituents

Borneol (Alcohol), Cuminic (Aldehyde), Bornyl acetate (Ester), Camphor, Cineole (Ketones), Caryophyllene (Sesquiterpene), Camphene, Pinene (Terpenes)