Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis

Rosemary whose generic name rosmarinus officinalis was well known in both ancient Greece and Rome and the latin generic name, Rosmarinus, means 'dew of the sea' from its coastal habitant and the appearance of its flowers. It is largely grown both as a culinary herb and for its essential oil. Its medicinally benefits  are mostly for Rosemary rosmarinus officinalis ability as a stimulating tonic and digestive remdy and its oil is used for arthritic pains. Commercially is mostly used as a mostly am important ingredient in the cosmetics and fragrance market.

Rosemary herb parts that are used are leaves, flowers and essential oil. Rosemary rosmarinus officinalis leaves and flowering top are used fresh or dried for cookery and in medicinal preparations. The essential oil is derived from Rosemary rosmarinus officinalis leaves.

How Rosemary rosmarinus officinalis Is Used and Its Medicinal Benefits.

• Rosemary is a tonic herb with antiseptic and antibacterial properties and is taken internally as an infusion to treat colds, influenza, fatigue and headaches.
• As A Tincture: Rosemary rosmarinus officinalis tincture taken in 4 dropperfuls 3 times daily for depression and nervous  tension. The tincture can also be added to massage oil for rheumatic and muscular pain.
• Rosemary essential oil is also added to water for aching joints and tiredness. 5 drops of Rosemary rosmarinus officinalis essential oil is added to 1 teaspoon of almond oil and massage aching joints and muscles. One can also massage into the temples of a patient to ease tension headache.
• Rosemary capsules can also be used to treat colds, influenza and other respiratory infections.
• Used as A Compress: Use 1 cup of hot  standard infusion in a compress to ease sprains. Alternating a very hot infusion with an ice pack every 2-3 minutes works best.
• Culinary: Rosemary is also used as a classic flavouring for lamb, casseroles and added to marinades vinegar, oil and dressings
• Cosmetic: Rosemary infusion are used as rinses for dry hair and dandruff and added to bath lotions and beauty preparations.

Caution or counterindications of Using Rosemary rosmarinus officinalis

Rosemary rosmarinus officinalis herb should not be taken internally in medicinal doses by pregnant women as excessive use may cause miscarriage. Experts, however, say Rosemary is still safe for pregnant women when used for normal culinary purposes.