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Tarragon French

Artemisia dracunculus

Origin: France
Family: Asteraceae
Part used: Leaves and flowers

Tarragon grows to 120–150 cm tall and sports clusters of small yellow flowers. It is a perennial herb that thrives near rivers. It is a strongly aromatic and flavourful plant used widely as a cuilnary herb due to its unique aniseed/pepper flavour profile. The essential oil is extracted by steam distillation of the leaves and flowers. It is widely used to help with decongestion, circulation and hormonal issues.
Overview
Fragrance notes
A sweet grass aroma with notes of black pepper and aniseed.

Blending notes
Blends well with: Lavender True, Lemon, Clary Sage and Thyme.
History
Tarragon is probably best known for its contribution to French cuisine, but it has also been long established as a curative herb. It was once believed to cure the bites and stings of venomous beasts and rabid dogs. In France, where it is widely appreciated, women will include it in their diet to help regulate menstruation. It was first called 'Estragon' and was introduced into Spain by the conquering Moors. It is reported to have antispasmodic, circulatory, digestive, stimulant, vermifuge and deodorant properties.

Please note: the traditional uses listed here are for reference only and should not be taken as recommendations for treatment, or cure, of any disease or medical condition. Therapeutic plant oils are used to support natural body processes towards improved health and wellbeing.
Uses
Menstrual cycle
Add 5 drops to a bath. Combine with 2 drops of Clary Sage and 3 drops of Lavender True to enhance the scent and benefits. Repeat 3 times per week for 1-2 full menstrual cycles. Therapeutic baths should not exceed 15 minutes.

PMT
Add 5 drops and 3 drops of Peppermint to a compress, to a bowl of hot water, wet and wring the cloth to apply as a compress over the small of the back or onto the lower abdomen, repeat every 30 minutes if required.

Chronic cough
Add 3-5 drops to a steam inhalation with 5 drops of Eucalyptus Australian and 5 drops of Lavender Spike.
Add to 1/4 tsp Olive oil and rub on chest.

Digestion
Add 5 drops and 3 drops of Peppermint in 1/4 tsp of Olive oil and massage onto the stomach. If necessary repeat every hour.
Safety considerations
Avoid use during pregnancy. Safe to use with other medication when necessary. If accidentally ingested do not induce vomiting, follow with olive oil or milk and seek advice from a health specialist. Avoid contact with eyes - flush with water. Keep out of reach of children.

Please note: Therapeutic plant oils are used to support natural body processes for optimum health and wellbeing. The information here is NOT meant as a recommendation to cure any medical condition or disease.
Ingredients
Key ingredients
100% pure Artemisia dracunculus, distilled leaves & flowers, France
Key component
Methyl chavicol (Estragole), cis-beta-Ocimene, trans-beta-Ocimene, Limonene
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Tarragon French Essential Oil

$44.95 NZD
$44.95 NZD
5ml/ 0.17 fl oz
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A sweet and peppery plant distillation to support decongestion, circulation and digestion. Also helpful in restoring hormone balance.