Oregano Powder Blend

Origanum vulgare L. pulvis cp.

Historical tradition – not medical advice, and no health or healing claims. more

Historical botanical drawing: Oregano — Oregano

Tradition (Hildegard's writings)

In Hildegard's tradition, oregano powder blend was associated with the ears and hearing.

Ingredients

Oregano (wild marjoram), galangal, aloe and peach leaves.

Preparation

Powder blend: 6 g powdered wild marjoram (oregano), 3 g galangal powder, 1 g aloe powder and 6 g peach leaves.

Note

Do not use with diarrhoea, as aloe is laxative.

Botanical background

Because of its essential oils, oregano is credited with antimicrobial, antispasmodic and calming properties. Aloe stimulates digestion and is mildly laxative.

Sources & references

Strehlow, Wighard: Die Hildegard-Naturapotheke. Heilmittel und Rezepte von A bis Z. Knaur Verlag 2014. S. 81.
Strehlow, Wighard: Der Hildegard-Kompass. Die wichtigsten Heilmittel und Anwendungen. Knaur Verlag 2014. S. 38.
Hildegard von Bingen: Heilsame Schöpfung. Die natürliche Wirkkraft der Dinge (Physica). Hrsg. von der Abtei St. Hildegard, Eibingen. Beuroner Kunstverlag 2012 (4. Auflage 2024). Cap. 1-112 (Dost).
Breindl, Ellen: Das große Gesundheitsbuch der Hl. Hildegard von Bingen. Bassermann Verlag 2004. S. 186.

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Historical tradition. The above describes how this preparation was recorded and used in the tradition of Hildegard of Bingen. This is cultural-historical information, not medical advice and not a health or healing claim, and it is no substitute for advice from a doctor or pharmacist. If you have health complaints, please consult your doctor or pharmacy.

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