Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a small, aromatic plant with a long and assertive history.
Native to the Mediterranean and long naturalised across Europe, Oregano has been gathered for centuries within folk herbal traditions as a warming, protective herb — one known for its intensity as much as its usefulness. It thrives in dry, sunlit places, concentrating its strength into compact leaves rich in scent and flavour.
Traditionally, Oregano was valued as a plant of boundaries and resilience. Herbalists and home practitioners turned to it during times when the body felt challenged or overstretched, recognising its sharp, pungent nature as something to be used carefully, in small amounts, and with respect. Old herbal texts often describe oregano as heating, stimulating, and strongly aromatic — a plant that does not whisper, but speaks clearly.
Our Oregano oil is made by slowly infusing dried Oregano into a blend of coconut oil and olive oil, allowing the plant’s aromatic compounds to gently transfer into the oil over time. This method tempers oregano’s intensity, creating a preparation that is strong yet balanced, suited to traditional external use and careful, mindful application.
Prepared in small batches with patience and attention, this oil honours oregano as a plant of clarity and strength — one best approached thoughtfully, rather than casually.
Ingredients:
Oregano (Origanum vulgare), coconut oil, olive oil
Traditional use:
Applied externally in small amounts as part of traditional herbal practice
Made in small batches
Traditionally valued for its aromatic, warming qualities
Prepared using slow infusion methods
Best used sparingly and with intention
To learn more about oregano, including traditional use, preparation methods and research context, see our full Forager’s Guide to Oregano.
Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a small, aromatic plant with a long and assertive history.
Native to the Mediterranean and long naturalised across Europe, Oregano has been gathered for centuries within folk herbal traditions as a warming, protective herb — one known for its intensity as much as its usefulness. It thrives in dry, sunlit places, concentrating its strength into compact leaves rich in scent and flavour.
Traditionally, Oregano was valued as a plant of boundaries and resilience. Herbalists and home practitioners turned to it during times when the body felt challenged or overstretched, recognising its sharp, pungent nature as something to be used carefully, in small amounts, and with respect. Old herbal texts often describe oregano as heating, stimulating, and strongly aromatic — a plant that does not whisper, but speaks clearly.
Our Oregano oil is made by slowly infusing dried Oregano into a blend of coconut oil and olive oil, allowing the plant’s aromatic compounds to gently transfer into the oil over time. This method tempers oregano’s intensity, creating a preparation that is strong yet balanced, suited to traditional external use and careful, mindful application.
Prepared in small batches with patience and attention, this oil honours oregano as a plant of clarity and strength — one best approached thoughtfully, rather than casually.
Ingredients:
Oregano (Origanum vulgare), coconut oil, olive oil
Traditional use:
Applied externally in small amounts as part of traditional herbal practice
Made in small batches
Traditionally valued for its aromatic, warming qualities
Prepared using slow infusion methods
Best used sparingly and with intention
To learn more about oregano, including traditional use, preparation methods and research context, see our full Forager’s Guide to Oregano.
