Elevate your senses with Tarragon Essential Oil, steam distilled from the leaves and flowers of Artemisia dracunculus, also known as herbe au dragon. This exquisite oil offers a sweet, spicy aroma with anise notes wrapped in sage greenery, making it a versatile gem for culinary creations, aromatherapy, and self-care rituals.
Botanical Info:
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Botanical Name: Artemisia dracunculus
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Family: Asteraceae
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Extraction Method: Steam distilled
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Part of Plant Distilled: Leaves and flowers
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Origin: France
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Cultivation: Organic
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Composition: 100% Artemisia dracunculus
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Consistency: Thin
Scent Profile:
Sweet and spicy with fragrant hints of anise, intertwined with sage-like greenery—a tantalizing aroma that awakens creativity and appetite.
Blends Well With:
Cardamom, Clary Sage, Lavender, Marjoram, Oregano, Hyssop, Peppermint, Lemon, Lime, Bergamot, Pine, Cypress, Juniper, Thyme
Uses & Benefits:
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Aromatherapy: calming and invigorating for mind and body
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Culinary: enhances recipes as a fresh herb substitute or oil infusion
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Massage: blend for muscle relief and rejuvenation
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Bath: add for a fragrant, soothing soak
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Breath freshener: natural aromatic boost
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Herbal Significance:
Tarragon, the “dragon herb,” protects surrounding plants in its native sandy soils and has been used for centuries across Europe and North America for culinary, healing, and aromatic purposes. Its sweet-anise aroma is cherished by chefs and herbalists alike for its complexity and vibrancy.
