Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Hyssop
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Hyssop flowers 
Hyssopus officinalis essential oil. 
- Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis)
Hyssop oil comes from the leaves and flowers of the Hyssopus officinalis plant. It has a warm, sweet scent and is a middle note scent.
Properties[edit | edit source]
Circulatory[edit | edit source]
Reduces water retention. Raises blood pressure.
Digestive[edit | edit source]
Relieves indigestion and flatulence.
Emotional[edit | edit source]
Soothes anxiety and fatigue.
Gynecological[edit | edit source]
Helps to regulate the menstrual cycle.
Respiratory[edit | edit source]
Alleviates asthma, bronchitis, coughs and symptoms of a cold.
Caution[edit | edit source]
- Don't use hyssop oil during pregnancy.
- Don't use hyssop oil if you have epilepsy.
- Don't use hyssop oil if you have hypertension (high blood pressure).
