Savory

 

Satureja montana, Mountain Savory, also known as Winter Savory is a resilient perennial, native to Europe and North Africa and steam extracted from the flowering herb.   It can reach a height of  12 inches and its grayish green leaves create a bushy exterior. Has a sharp, medicinal, herbaceous odor. Should not be confused with Summer Savory (Satureja hortensis), which has a milder demeanor.   Summer Savory is often compared to thyme and oregano. It is powerful, warming, and protective — but generally considered slightly gentler than Mountain Savory though still strong.

CAUTIONS:  a dermal toxin, dermal irritant, and a mucous membrane irritant. Avoid during pregnancy. It is recommended that this oil be used only by experienced aromatherapists. Maximum 0.5% topical dilution. VERY POTENT OIL!!!

CHARACTER: “Fierce clarity”— Disciplined fire,  Strategic, Precise, “Warrior Herb”. Bright, sharp “brass-like” quality. 

ETHERIC COLORS: Deep golden yellow, red-orange, burnished copper  

              

CHAKRA:  Root, Solar

CRYSTAL ALLIES: Hematite, Red Jaspers, Tiger Eye, Carnelian, Garnet, Obsidian, Clear Quartz, Fluorite

MUSICAL: Low E or C, more trumpet than flute. Snare drum snap, brass staccato, Sharp percussive strings. Not a lullaby, but a call to arms.  

 

PERFUME NOTE:  Middle; It offers a "soft bite" that adds a stimulating, crisp, and slightly medicinal character 

ELEMENTS:   Fire, Earth               

ASTRO:  Aries, Mars, Saturn

ENERGY TYPE:  3, 4. Unlike oregano (which can feel wild and explosive), Mountain Savory feels:  Hardened by climate.  It is not chaotic fire.  It is controlled blaze.

 

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES:  Improved Memory; Focus and Mental clarity; Enhanced concentration; Assertiveness, Energetic armor; Decisive action and Survival resilience

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES: Fatigue; to ward off evil spirits; dealing with a Toxic environment; Breaking unhealthy attachments; It is a “break glass in case of emergency” oil.

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:  Insect bites and bee stings, arthritis and rheumatism, inflammation of the lymph nodes, scratchy/sore throat; respiratory support, sluggish digestion

PROPERTIES:  anti-bacterial, anti-infectious, anti-fungal, circulation stimulant, analgesic, immune stimulant, anti-inflammatory, expectorant, pest repellent

 

BLEND:  Shaman,  

Because it is strong, it blends best with grounding or softening oils. Blends well with Cedar, Fir, Pine, Amyris, rosemary, Lavender, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Grapefruit, Basil, Frankincense, Marjoram, Black Pepper, Spruce

Contains: Carvacol, thymol, p-cymene

ARCHETYPES: WARRIOR STRATEGIST, GUARDIAN, HERBAL KNIGHT, FIRE ALCHEMIST, SURGEON, MOUNTAIN SENTINEL, ALPHA DEFENDER

PERSONALITY: (quite rare…)

+Acts quickly and decisively.  Is mentally sharp.

+Direct to the point of discomfort. Intolerant of deception.

+Hyper-aware of weakness.

+Fiercely loyal once trust is earned. Not interested in approval.

+Has strong personal boundaries. Protective of territory, secures the perimeter first.

+Protects what matters.

+Thrives in challenging situations and environments where strength is required. Adapts to difficult circumstances.

+Does not soothe your feelings. Protects your life force. They are the ones you want around in a survival situation.

- If negative, has a need for control and a big ego. May be overaggressive, dominating and too sharp in communication.

Mountain Savory is not gentle.

It is not diplomatic.

It is not ornamental.

(updated March 3, 2026)