Raw Material Introduction｜Marjoram

▎Essential Oil Introduction

Sweet marjoram grows to about 30-80 cm and is a perennial herbaceous plant with a dense, shallow-root system. The genus name Origanum comes from the Greek word meaning "joy of the mountain." In ancient Greek and Roman times, it was considered a symbol of happiness and was regarded as a divine herb. It is commonly used in everyday dishes, with a classic Italian preparation involving sweet marjoram, olive oil, and roasted potatoes. It is often confused with wild marjoram (commonly known as oregano, phenol-rich), but the sweet marjoram's flavor is sweet with a spicy bitterness, hence the name "sweet marjoram" to distinguish the two. In Mediterranean essential oil blends, it is one of the most common oils used in sleep formulas.

The flower language of sweet marjoram is "communication." According to Greek mythology, sweet marjoram was a beloved herb of Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty. It is said that the herb gained its fragrance through her touch. In Roman mythology, sweet marjoram was associated with Venus, the goddess of love, and symbolized "honor, love, and fertility." It was believed to bring good luck to newlyweds, and in traditional Greek and Roman weddings, sweet marjoram was woven into crowns worn by the bride and groom, blessing them with happiness and longevity.

▎Component Analysis

｜Main component: Monoterpenols

The main components are terpinen-4-ol, thujopsene, α-terpineol, and agarol, along with other compounds such as terpinene, sabinene, p-cymene, eugenol, terpinyl acetate, agar acetate, and anethole.

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▎References

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