Coriander Essential Oil (Coriandrum sativum)

Coriander essential oil is rich in immune-boosting antioxidants. It is known to lower blood sugar, and may benefit heart health, protect brain health, promote digestion and gut health and fight infections.

Botanical Family, Origin & Extraction: Umbelliferae (parsley); USA; Steam distillation from seeds

Properties: Analgesic, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, antioxidant, anti-rheumatic, antispasmodic, and stimulant (cardiac, circulatory nervous systems). It also has anti-inflammatory and sedative properties

Body Systems Affected: Digestive and hormonal systems

Aromatic Influence: Coriander is a gentle stimulant for those with low physical energy. It also helps one relax during times of stress, irritability and nervousness. it may also provide a calming influence to those suffering from shock or fear

Other Possible Uses: Coriander essential oil may help with anorexia, arthritis, colds, colic, diarrhea, digestive spasms, dyspepsia, flatulence, flu, gout, infections (general), measles, migraine, muscular aches and pains, nausea, nervous exhaustion, neuralgia, piles, poor circulation, rheumatism, skin (oily skin, blackheads, and other impurities), and stiffness. Research at Cairo University indicates that coriander lowers glucose levels by normalizing insulin levels and supporting the pancreas function. It may also help during convalescence and after a difficult childbirth. Because of its estrogen content, it may regulate and help control pain related to menstruation

Historical Uses: The Chinese have used coriander for dysentery, piles, measles, nausea, toothaches, and painful hernias

Folklore: The seeds were found in the ancient Egyptian tomb of Rameses II

Blends With: Bergamot, cinnamon bark, citronella, clary sage, cypress, ginger, jasmine, neroli, petitgrain, pine, sandalwood, and other spice oils

Directions for Use: Generally regarded as safe (GRAS) for internal consumption fy the FDA (21CFR182.20)*

• Dilute one drop clary sage oil to 1 tsp honey or in 4 oz of beverage (i.e. soy/rice milk)
• Diffuse 6-8 drops in a diffuser of your choice
• Apply diluted to flex points and/or directly on area of concern

• Do not use essential oils internally
• Do not apply to eyes, sensitive areas or mucous membranes
• Do not apply undiluted to skin (refer to an aromatherapy text)
• The information on this website is not intended to diagnose or prescribe 
• Pregnant women, nursing mothers and children should consulting a trained healthcare practitioner prior to use
• You should not use this information for treating a health problem or disease or to make a self-diagnosis
• Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you suspect that you have a medical problem
• Stop using this product immediately if you suspect an allergic reaction
• Use sparingly as coriander can be stupefying in large doses

GC/MS Report: The analysis of our Coriander batch sample meets the expected chemical profile for authentic essential oil of Coriandrum sativum. No contamination or adulteration was detected. The results provided in the GC/MS quality analysis reflect the chemical composition of the oil and lot referenced on the date of analysis.

*Mockingbird Apothecary does not recommend ingestion of essential oils