Botanical Name: Artimisia dracunculus Plant Part: Leaves Extraction Method: Steam Origin: France Description: Tarragon is a perennial herb that thrives near water. It has a woody stem that reaches to about 1 meter (3 feet) high. The leaves are silver-green and covered with fine silky hairs and pale yellow flowers. Color: Pale to light yellow Common Uses: The therapeutic properties of Tarragon oil, as claimed by aromatherapists, are as an anti-rheumatic, aperitif, digestive, deodorant, emmenagogue, stimulant and vermifuge. There is also documentation indicating that it may be a menstrual regulator. Consistency: Thin Note: Middle Strength of Aroma: Medium Blends well with: Tarragon blends well with Lavender, Pine and Basil. Success blending may also take place with spice oils, though this may require some trial and error to preference. Aromatic Scent: Tarragon has a richly sweet, anise-like (black licorice), green scent with spicy tones. History: The name is derived from the Arabic word 'Tharkhoum' and the Latin word 'Dracunculus' meaning 'little dragon' - probably because of the way the root seems to coil up like a dragon. Cautions: Tarragon oil is a non-irritant and non-sensitizing essential oil. Nonetheless, it can be moderately toxic due to the methyl chavicol in the oil. Therefore, it should be used in dilution and avoided completely during pregnancy.
Disclaimer: Please note, the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy.
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Submited By: Karen from Spring Hill, Florida on 05/08/2008 Rating:
Spicy with a touch of licorice – very unique essential oil. This is an oil that will add that certain “something” to blends to bring them all together.
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Botanical Name: Artimisia dracunculus 
