Monarda Fistulosa (Wild Bergamont) Essential Oil
Pure Monarda Fisulosa (Wild Bergamont) Essential Oil (Essence)
'Beauty and love are my call, so beauty and love are what I receive'
Family: Labiatae
Latin name: Monarda fisulosa
Origin: Canada
Farming Method: Biodynamic
Plant Parts: Flowering Tops and Leaves
Process: Steam Distilled
Additional Information: Also called Wild Bergamot (unrelated to the Bergamot Citrus).
beneficial uses: Commonly known as Bee Balm or Wild Bergamot, Monarda essential oil offers many healing properties, including anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-viral. In terms of respiratory support, this oil is widely used for colds, flu, sinus congestion and whooping cough. Excellent for use in diffusers. Monarda is an antioxidant, protecting the body from oxidative stress. It also helps to reduce inflammation, so is a "go to" for arthritic joints. This essential oil supports digestion and offers pain relief, including joint pain and toothaches. Monarda also fights fatigue and overwhelm. Historically, Native Americans, particularly the Oswego tribe, used Monarda to make herbal tea...thus another common name "Oswego Tea". Many of the indigenous people also believed Monarda offered protection, both physical and energetic, and promoted healing. Monarda facilitates deep connection in the meditative state, enhancing spiritual awareness and promoting emotional healing. The plant attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds, and is a symbol of warmth, hospitality and harmony.
