Ormenis Flower

 -ormenis multicaulis or mixta-also known as “Chamomile Maroc”or “Spanish Wild Chamomile” is distilled from the flowering tops. Has herbaceous top note with sweet rich-balsamic undertone.  Has long been sold as Chamomile, but is far cheaper and has different qualities 

CAUTIONS:  Generally safe when diluted but poses risks if misused. Key cautions include potential skin sensitization.  Avoid use during pregnancy/lactation, and keep it away from children. It is for topical or aromatic use only.  

CHARACTER:  "Mindful Mystic" Unhurried, Composed, warm sunlight after emotional rain—comforting, restoring, and quietly joyful. a meadow breeze carrying wildflowers; “Softness is not weakness. It is the strength that allows life to recover.”

CRYSTAL ALLIES:  Labradorite, Rose Quartz, Yellow Calcite, Moonstone, Prehnite, Chrysoprase, Mother of Pearl, Botswana Agate, Kunzite

ETHERIC COLORS:  golden yellow, pale honey, light meadow green

PERFUME NOTE:  Middle, acts as the “Heart”

ELEMENTS:  Water and air; some say Fire

MUSICAL ASSOCIATIONS:  G MAJOR, harp, acoustic guitar, flute, soft violin 

CHAKRAS:  Heart, solar, subtle Crown

ASTRO:  Moon, Sun, Cancer, Libra

ENERGY:  2, 1

CHEMICAL FAMILY: Monoterpenol

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES:  Calm, Empathetic, Courageous, Earthed, Relaxed, Mindful, Able to let go, Attentive, Meditative, Consoled, Soothed, Peaceful acceptance; “Healing happens when the heart feels safe.”

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES:  Stress, Tension, Anxiety, Dread, High Strung, Impulsive, Confused, Bad temper, Emotionally controlling, Emotional blockages, Abused, Fearful.

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:  Acne, allergic reactions, Colic, colitis, headache, insomnia, menopause, liver & spleen congestion, MRSA, cystitis, dermatitis, eczema, headache, muscle spasms

Blends well with CYPRESS, LAVENDER, VETIVER, CEDAR, CISTUS, ARTEMESIA, JASMINE, ROSE, NEROLI AND ALL CITRUS

May contain:  germacrene, alpha pinene, beta farnesene, cineole, myrcene, trans pinocaruoel, borneol, bornyl acetate, bisabolene, caryophellene etc

ARCHETYPES:  COMFORTER, GENTLE HEALER, LISTENER, SUNLIT CHILD, MEADOW SPIRIT, RESILENT SURVIVOR

PERSONALITY:

+Hidden depths, vibrant. Secret person, likes to keep true selves hidden. 

+Masters of disguise in everything they do.  Hide emotions and true intentions.

+ Patient, takes everything at their own pace, with no hurrying, rushing, or rashness.

+Everything has a motive and every step will be deliberate.

+Never leaves anything to fate.  Everything is carefully planned and calculated.

+”Why hurry, there is time to sit, think, and talk about it.”

+ “Laid back” is an understatement.  They can infuriate such personalities as GRAPEFRUIT.  However, some projects do actually make it off the drawing board.

+ Likes to be in charge and thought of as a thinker.

+ Wise, not in the medicinal sense, but in the metaphysical “knowing.”

+ Secrets are safe with them.  

+They tend to have an answer for everything, if they don’t, they know a man that does.

+Full of wonderful and exotic stories and experiences.  Wonderful story tellers.

+ Able to calm explosive situations.

• +Appear to be in control. Much attuned to the earth’s ways. Values the earth’s treasures.
• +Drawn to vocations like counselors, care givers and artists. They are often empaths.

-If negative, can become very controlling, expecting to be obeyed no matter what.

-Do not listen to reason easily, may be patronizing and condescending.

Bee Balm

 monarda fistulosa—steam distilled from the flowers and leaves.  Fresh, lemony-citrus with herbal/floral notes, bright, spicy, herbaceous aroma—often compared to a cross between oregano, thyme, and bergamot.  Sometimes called Wild Bergamot.

CAUTIONS:  a known dermal irritant. Experts recommend a maximum 1% concentration (approximately 5–6 drops per ounce of carrier oil) to avoid skin or mucous membrane irritation. 

  

CHARACTER: "Emotional Warrior" "Radiant Tonic”, resilience, adaptability, and quiet strength; Expansive heat that clears stagnation and awakens vitality.

ETHERIC COLORS: Coral-Red, Fuchsia Pink, Emerald Green

CRYSTAL ALLIES: Rhodochrosite, Sunstone, Emerald, Carnelian, Leopardskin Jasper, Chrysocolla, Autumn Jasper 

CHAKRAS:  Heart, Solar, subtle Throat 

ELEMENTS:  Fire, Air

MUSICAL: F, A, viola or warm flute, lively folk melody     

PERFUME NOTE:  Top middle; bridges herbal, citrus, and floral categories.

ASTROLOGICAL: Leo, Libra, Venus, Jupiter 

ENERGY TYPE: 4, 1; "fresh spark of energy" that is active and inspiring rather than sedating.

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE TRAITS: Tranquility yet ignite movement and motivation

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES: Anxiety, mental fatigue, emotional stagnation, low energy 

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Traditionally used for respiratory conditions, colds, sinus congestion, bronchial conditions. It can be diffused to help clear congestion or inhaled to support the lungs. Acne, minor skin infections, sore muscles, sluggish digestion

PROPERTIES:  antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory, decongestant, expectorant, anti-viral, anti-fungal, circulatory stimulant 

CONSTITUENTS: geraniol, carvacrol, linlool and thymol, depending on chemo-type. Chemically, it varies widely depending on chemotype which affects both strength and safety.

BLENDS WITH: Lavender, Geranium, Clary Sage, Sandalwood, Cedar, Mandarin, Eucalyptus, Rosemary 

BLENDS: None, yet.

ARCHETYPES: HEART FIREKEEPER, JOYFUL HEALER, SOCIAL ALCHEMIST, MEADOW PRIESTESS, HARMONIZER, SYMPATHETIC GUARDIAN

PERSONALITY:

+Warm but not overpowering

+Traits of compassion and sympathy.  Best suited for professions where they can express this.

+Expressive but not dramatic; joyful and playful;

+Expressive vitality; passionate about their beliefs 

+Resilient, adaptable, and exudes quiet strength. Especially adaptable to wherever life plants them.

Leleshwa

Tarchonanthus Camphoratus—steam distilled from the fresh leaves and flowers. Scent is herbaceous and floral with a  camphoraceous top note. It is known by many different names such as African Wild sage, Kanferbos, Wild Camphor Bush.  Hottentot Tobacco, Sage Wood, Wild Cotton, African Flea Bane.  Tribes in Kenya have used the tree for hundreds of years.

CAUTIONS:  Generally considered safe and non-toxic, it is highly concentrated and requires specific precautions, particularly for sensitive groups. Should always be mixed with a carrier oil to minimize the risk of skin sensitivity or irritation. Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects; do not dispose of it in waterways or drains.

  

CHARACTER:  “Desert Guardian”, calm resilience and quiet endurance, balance between rooted calm and flowing clarity. Alert, perceptive, and vigilant.

ETHERIC COLORS: Pale silver Green, Sage, Turquoise, Smoky blue 

CRYSTALS: Chrysoprase, Amazonite, Green Calcite, Clear Quartz, Turquoise, Kambaba Jasper, Leopardskin Jasper, Sage Amethyst, Silver Leaf Jasper  

CHAKRAS: Heart, Third Eye, Solar

ELEMENTS: Air and Fire

MUSICAL: E, B;  wind instruments, highland flute, distant horn echoing across open land     

PERFUME NOTE: Some say Base.  Other sources say Top to Middle. A very complex profile.

ASTROLOGICAL:  Mercury, Uranus, Virgo, Aquarius

ENERGY TYPE:  2, 4

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE TRAITS: Sharper thinking, alert awareness, Restored personal space, clear boundaries, mental discipline, calm vigilance

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES:  Mentally scattered, energetically drained by others, confused about direction, overly sensitive to environments

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:  Antiseptic Skin Cleanser, Acne, Dandruff(add to shampoo), Psoriasis, skin fungus, nail fungus, itching, athlete’s foot

PROPERTIES:  Insect Repellent, antiseptic, antiviral, antibacterial, deodorant, mucolytic, antifungal (possibly the most effective natural fungicide) available. Has been proven to be more effective than tea tree for helping cleanse the skin. 

CONSTITUENTS:  High in monoterpenols and compounds like fenchol, 1,8-cineole, and alpha-pinene. Despite its "Camphor Bush" name, it typically contains only 3–4.5% camphene, making it gentle enough for diffusion.

BLENDS WITH:  Lavender, Geranium, Sandalwood, Ginger, Clove, Pine, Hyssop, Thyme, Sage, Marjoram, Palo Santo, Frankincense, Vetiver, Patchouli, Cedar,  Bergamot, Grapefruit, Rosemary, Spruce.

BLENDS:  none yet

ARCHETYPES: PATHFINDER, WIND CLEANSER, WATCHER ON THE HILL 

PERSONALITY:

 +A quiet desert scout or guardian of sacred land. Fiercely protective of boundaries.  Deeply connected to nature.

+Drawn to vocations in the healing and therapy realms. Also protection of livestock and camps

+They can thrive in a chaotic environment. Calm under pressure.

+Alert and perceptive, generally an Empath.

+Emotionally balanced; no emotional drama.

+Sees far ahead and senses danger early.  Watchfulness rather than aggression.

"See clearly. Then choose calmly."

Anethi

 

Anethum sowa (Also called Indian Dill)
— steam distilled from the seeds of an annual herb of the parsley family.  Has a fresh, herbaceous, and slightly earthy oil, similar in scent to Caraway.  Finds extensive use in foods, beverages, medicines and soap and candle making. Reasonably priced enough that it could be in everyone’s oil arsenal. Should not be confused with European Dill Weed Oil, which is distilled from leaves and stems and has a milder, spicier profile compared to the intense, caraway-like seed oil. 

CAUTION: Never apply undiluted oil directly to the skin; it must be mixed with a carrier oil first. It should be used cautiously by pregnant women and those with seizure disorders.  

CHARACTER: Gentle but “Decisive Solar Intelligence”, working through the belly rather than the heart or head.  A warm kitchen where complex ingredients are slowly transformed into nourishment. Taking raw experience and making it usable.

ETHERIC COLORS: Golden Yellow, Olive Green, Amber 

CRYSTAL ALLIES:  Citrine, Tiger Eye, Yellow Jasper, Carnelian, Amber, Smoky Quartz, Peach Aventurine, Autumn Jasper, Indian Agate, Leopardskin Jasper, Poppy Jasper, Sunstone

CHAKRAS:  Solar, Sacral, Root

MUSICAL:  E, B; open fifth, soft drum, warm acoustic strings, folk instrumentation, measured motion, not urgency

PERFUME NOTE:  Middle  

ASTRO: Virgo, Leo, Mercury, Sun

ELEMENT:  Gentle Fire, Earth

ENERGY TYPE:    2, 4

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES:  Restful sleep, Emotional balance  

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES:  Overwhelm, Stress, Confusion into clarity; Anxiety, Mental clutter, Chronic Worry, Self-doubt, Decision fatigue, Insomnia

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: colic;  high blood pressure in adults, Soothe irritated skin
 

PROPERTIES:  antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory,, carminative, expectorant, antioxidant, anti fungal, insecticide

BLENDS:  No blends yet, but may add in the future.

Blends well with: Anise star, Caraway, Celery Seed, Cade, Cardamom, Turmeric, black Pepper, Lavender, Sweet Orange

 Key Constituents:  It contains 43 to 63 % of Carvone. high levels of monoterpenes and phenylpropanoids, Limonene: A major monoterpene (approx. 9%–44%) that contributes fresh, citrus-like notes and enhances the oil's antimicrobial activity.

ARCHETYPES:  HERBAL STRATEGIST/HEALER, DIGESTIVE ALCHEMIST, STEADY/PRACTICAL LEADER/MEDIATOR 

PERSONALITY: 

 +Upbeat, but excluding calm confidence, usually makes decisions timely…“I’ve thought this through. I know my answer.”

+Drawn to the care giving professions, including alternative (herbal) solutions. 

+Relies on gut intuition much of the time, but may be too shy to express it.

+Thrives in steady environment.

+Does not explode emotion or get dramatic or aggressive, nor do they suppress it.

+Takes time to process information.

+They think before speaking, so sometimes may be considered “slow”.

+Can take in chaos and gently sort it out. Often they KNOW they are strong, but clearly avoid direct confrontation.

+Has a sensitive nervous system. 

+Has somewhat of a nurturing undertone. Makes a good parent.

-If negative, may intellectualize feelings and become over-analytical.

-May feel intimidated in group settings.

Sometimes may feel “scrambled”. (especially as they empath others)

Not fiery or pushy like Turmeric.

Not sharp or hard like Cumin.

Not activating like Allspice.

Cassie

 

Acacia farnesiana (Cassie ancienne)—absolute from the flowers.  Valuable and scarce perfume material. Odor is that of violets but more intense. Deeply sweet, powdery-floral, honeyed, slightly green with soft spice undertones.  Near cousin of MIMOSA. Cassie is often compared to Mimosa — but richer, darker, and more emotionally grounding. It carries a soft but magnetic presence, more velvet than sparkle.

CHARACTER:“Sacred Sensuality” Yin, Intimate Warmth, Softness

ETHERIC COLORS: Red, Honey Gold tinged with Purple, Blush Pink, Warm Cream, Deep amber, Velvet Mauve 

     

CRYSTAL ALLIES:  Aragonite, Rose Quartz, Rhodonite, Rhodochrosite, Pink Tourmaline, Moonstone, Amethyst, Lepidolite  

         

CHAKRAS: Heart, Sacral, subtle Crown softening 

ELEMENT: Earth and Water; “Earth warmed by moonlight”             

PERFUME NOTE: Middle  

MUSIC NOTE:  F (soft cello or viola timbre)        

ASTRO:  Venus, Moon, Taurus, Libra

ENERGY TYPE:  2

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES:  Communication, Emotional safety, Intimate Trust, Soft confidence, Romantic Devotion, Comfort

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE ATTRIBUTES:   Depression,  Stress, Nervous Exhaustion, Tension, Grief, Emotional Coldness 

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:  Dry, sensitive skin. Cassie is primarily valued for emotional and sensual aromatherapy rather than strong physical medicinal action.

 

BLENDS CONTAINING:  Pink Tourmaline,   Twelve Flowers,  

 Contains methyl salicylate, anisaldehyde, nonadecane, geranyl acetate, geraniol, methyl hydroxy benzoate, myrcene

ARCHETYPES: SACRED LOVER, VELVET QUEEN, PRIESTESS, EMOTIONAL ALCHEMIST, GARDEN ENCHANTRESS, DEVOTED COMPANION  

PERSONALITY:

+ Friendly and comforting, not over talkative or extroverted.

• + Is affectionate but not needy.
• +Values intimacy over spectacle.
• + Carries quiet magnetism.

+ Ability to wash away others’ tension and stresses.

+ Marvelous ability to make people feel worthy and wanted.

+ Speaks softly but holds depth. Emotionally intelligent.

-If negative, they tend to take on too much and don’t have enough space for themselves.

-Their generosity of spirit may be exploited, especially by family members.