Aromatherapy: S-U
Aromatherapy: S-U
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Saffron
- Increases energy
Sage – Salvia officinalis
- Improves memory
Scent: Strong, spicy
Extracted From: leaves
Aromatherapy Properties: throat inflammation, gargle for mouth
Sandalwood – Santalum album
- Aphrodisiac and promotes healing
Scent: Exotic and slightly spicy.
Color: Pale yellow, greenish or brownish
Extracted From: Wood
Aromatherapy Properties: Depression, dry skin, nausea.
Spearmint – Mentha spicata
- Promotes healing
Scent: Light Minty, fresh
Extracted From: leaves
Star Anise
- Increases awareness
Sweet Pea
- Promotes happiness
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Tagetes (also known as marigold) – Tagetes spp.
Scent: Citrusy, slightly spicy
Color: Orange, yellow, red
Extracted From: Flowers
Aromatherapy: Calming, insect repellent, anti-inflammatory, ant-ifungal
Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare)
Scent: A strong and bitter scent
Color: Yellow in color
Extracted From: flowers and leaves
Aromatherapy Properties: An insect repellent, easing menstrual cramps, treating digestive problems. Medicinal uses include reducing fevers and treating skin conditions.
Tarragon – (Artemisia dracunculu)
Scent: Sweet, anise-like scent
Color: Green
Extracted From: Leaves and flowers
Aromatherapy Properties: Calming nerves and anxiety, digestive aid, and aphrodisiac
Medicinal uses include pain relief, menstrual cramps, and regulating menstruation.
Tangerine (Citrus reticulata)
Scent: Citrusy, sweet, floral scent
Extracted From: Peel
Aromatherapy Properties: Antidepressant, antispasmodic, sedative, digestive, tonic
Medicinal uses: anxiety, depression, insomnia, digestive problems, colds, flu, etc.
Tasmanian Pepper (Tasmannia lanceolata)
Scent: Spicy and pungent scent
Color: Red
Extracted From: Leaves and berries
Aromatherapy Properties: Antioxidant, reducing inflammation, and improving respiratory function.
Medicinal uses include treating arthritis, menstrual cramps, and colds and flu.
Tea Camellia (Camellia sinensis)
Scent: A fresh and grassy scent
Color: Green
Extracted From: Leaves
Aromatherapy Properties: A stimulant, improving mental clarity, and promoting concentration.
Medicinal uses include reducing cholesterol levels, promoting weight loss, and improving cardiovascular health.
Tea Olive (Osmanthus fragrans)
Scent: fruity, floral
Color: white, yellow
Extracted From: Flowers
Aromatherapy Properties: Uplifting, stress-relieving, anti-inflammatory
Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia)
Scent: Menthol, spicy
Color: Colorless or pale yellow-green
Extracted From: Leaves and twigs
Aromatherapy Properties: Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, ulcers, psoriasis, acne, colds, burns, shock, hysteria, inflammation, cold sores.
Thessaloniki Sage – Salvia fruticosa
Scent: Herbal and spicy
Color: Blue Violet
Extracted: Leaves
Aromatherapy Properties: Soothes headaches, anxiety, and nervous exhaustion.
Medicinal Uses: Used in treating menstrual cramps and digestive problems.
Thistle (Cirsium vulgare)
Scent: Slightly sweet and earthy scent
Color: Purple
Extracted From: Leaves and stems
Aromatherapy Properties: A liver tonic, promoting detoxification, and improving digestion.
Medicinal uses include treating gallbladder and liver problems, and lowering cholesterol levels.
Thuja (Thuja occidentalis)
Scent: Woody, balsamic
Color: Green
Extracted From: Needles
Aromatherapy Properties: Immune stimulating, expectorant, antifungal
Thyme Linalool (Thymus zygis)
Scent: Herbaceous, woody, spicy scent
Extracted From: Leaves and flowers
Aromatherapy Properties: Antiseptic, expectorant, sedative, analgesic, soothing
Medicinal Uses: Respiratory infections, coughs, bronchitis, insomnia, stress, anxiety, etc.
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
Scent: Herbaceous, spicy, warm scent
Extracted from leaves and flowers
Aromatherapy Properties: Antiseptic, antispasmodic, expectorant, stimulant, tonic
Medicinal Uses: coughs, colds, flu, infections, rheumatism, muscle pain, etc.
Tiare (Gardenia taitensis)
Scent: Sweet and tropical scent
Color: White
Extracted From: flowers
Aromatherapy Properties: Anti-inflammatory, calming the mind, and promoting relaxation.
Medicinal uses include treating headaches and respiratory problems.
Tobacco Plant – Nicotiana tabacum
Scent: Sweet flowers and slight tobacco
Extract: Leaves
Aromatherapy Properties: Calming, grounding, and stress-relieving.
Medicinal Uses: Used in smoking cessation therapy and to alleviate anxiety.
Tonka Bean (Dipteryx odorata)
Scent: Sweet and warm scent
Color: Brown
Extracted from the seeds
Aromatherapy Properties: Antidepressant, promoting relaxation, and reducing anxiety.
Medicinal uses include treating skin conditions, respiratory problems, and digestive issues.
Tormentil (Potentilla erecta)
Scent: Woody, earthy scent
Color: Yellow
Extracted From: Roots
Aromatherapy Properties: Astringent, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory
Medicinal uses include treating diarrhea, dysentery, and inflammation.
Tree Moss (Evernia prunastr)
Scent: Earthy, smoky scent
Color: Green/gray
Extracted From: Lichen
Aromatherapy Properties: Grounding, calming, and antiseptic
Medicinal uses include treating cuts, burns, and infections.
Tuber Magnatum (Tuber magnatum)
Scent: A subtle and earthy scent
Color: White
Extracted from the truffles
Aromatherapy Properties: Aphrodisiac, promoting relaxation, and reducing stress.
Medicinal uses include improving circulation and treating anxiety and depression.
Tuberose – Polianthes tuberosa
Scent of sweet, heavy, and heady floral
Color: White
Extracted: Flowers
Aromatherapy Properties: Calming, relaxing, and aphrodisiac.
Medicinal Uses: Used in perfumes and for skin care.
Tulip
- Purifies the body
Tulsi (also known as holy basil) – Ocimum tenuiflorum
Scent: Spicy, herbaceous
Color: Purple, green
Extracted From: Leaves and flowers
Medicinal Uses: adaptogenic, immune-modulating, anti-inflammatory.
Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
Scent: Warm, earthy, spicy scent
Extracted From: Rhizome
Aromatherapy Properties: Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, analgesic, digestive, detoxifying
Medicinal Uses: Arthritis, inflammation, indigestion, liver problems, skin disorders, etc.
Turpentine – Pinus palustris
Scent: of woody and earthy
Extracted: Sap
Aromatherapy Properties: Refreshing, cleansing, and stimulating.
Medicinal Uses: Used to treat respiratory problems, rheumatism, and muscular aches.
Essential Oils and Their Meanings
