{"id":1629,"date":"2015-12-01T12:16:20","date_gmt":"2015-12-01T11:16:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kert.herbakastely.hu\/en\/?p=1629"},"modified":"2021-06-04T15:07:59","modified_gmt":"2021-06-04T13:07:59","slug":"hyssop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kert.herbakastely.hu\/en\/hyssop\/","title":{"rendered":"Hyssop"},"content":{"rendered":"
\n

Hyssop<\/h1>

Hyssopus officinalis<\/p>\n<\/div>

<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/main><\/div><\/div>
\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
\n

In cosmetics<\/h2>
<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n

Skin conditioning<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \n
  • hyssop oil is used as a fragrance in soaps and cosmetics<\/li>\n
  • on the skin for treating skin irritations, burns, bruises, and frostbite<\/li>\n
  • Lotion of hyssop was said to improve skin colour and texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Teeth<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Dental\/Oral Care e.g. as a mouthwash<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n

    \n

    Medicinal uses <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>

    Properities<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Antiseptic, expectorant, diaphoretic, stimulant, pectoral, carminative.\u00a0Aromatherapy, bronchitis, bruises\/sprains, burns, cardiovascular, congestion, congestion, facial care, flu, herpes\/cold sores, hypertension, ibs, insect repellent.<\/p>\n

    Due to its properties as an antiseptic, cough reliever, and expectorant, it is commonly used as for respiratory problems including coughs, the common cold, respiratory infections, sore throat, and asthma.<\/p>\n

    Herb hyssop has also been observed to stimulate the gastrointestinal system and so it is used for digestive and intestinal problems including liver and gallbladder conditions, intestinal pain, intestinal gas, colic, and loss of appetite.<\/p>\n

    Other uses include urinary tract infection (UTI), poor circulation, HIV\/AIDS, and menstrual cramps.<\/p>\n

    It has been used in the formulation of eye drops .<\/p>\n

    Contraindications<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The plant should not be used by pregnant women, however, since in large quantities it can induce a miscarriage
    \nThis oil should not be used on people who are highly strung as it can cause epileptic symptoms
    \nIts high concentrations of thujone and chemicals that stimulate the central nervous system can provoke epileptic reactions when taken in high enough doses.<\/p>\n <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/section>\n

    Culinary uses <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>

    Food<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The fresh herb is commonly used in cooking. Essence of hyssop, which can be obtained by steaming, is used in cooking to a lesser extent.<\/p>\n

    Herb hyssop leaves are used as an aromatic condiment. They have a lightly bitter taste due to its tannins and an intense minty aroma. Due to its intensity, it is used in moderation in salads, stews, marinades, soups, stuffings and sauces, as well as puddings and candies.<\/p>\n

    Fresh leaves can be added to soft cheeses, butters, sauces and dips.<\/p>\n

    The sweetly scented flowers are milder flavoured and can be used as a garnish. The make an interesting addition to salad greens.<\/p>\n

    Drink<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The herb is also used to flavour liqueur, and is part of the official formulation of Chartreuse.<\/p>\n

    As a tea<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Hyssop tea was used to treat many ailments including digestive and intestinal problems, throat infections, rheumatism and insomnia. It is mostly used for broths and decoctions.<\/p>\n <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/section>\n

    Interesting information <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>

    In perfumery
    \n<\/strong>Its particularly fine odour is much valued by perfumers \u2013 hyssop is one of the most important ingredients of ‘Eau de Cologne’.<\/p>\n

    Insect repellent<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The ancient use of this plant was an insecticide, insect repellent, and pediculicide (lice eradicator).<\/p>\n

    As a strewing herb<\/strong><\/p>\n

    for its insect repellent qualities and pleasant scent.<\/p>\n

    Hyssop and bees<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The plant is commonly used by\u00a0beekeepers\u00a0to produce a rich and aromatic\u00a0honey.<\/p>\n

    Potpourri<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Hyssop is added to potpourri.<\/p>\n <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/section>\n

    Origin of name <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>

    Its name is a direct adaptation from the\u00a0Greek\u00a0\u1f55\u03c3\u03c3\u03c9\u03c0\u03bf\u03c2. The Hebrew word \u05d0\u05d6\u05d5\u05d1 (esov<\/em>\u00a0or\u00a0esob<\/em>) and the Greek word \u1f55\u03c3\u03c3\u03c9\u03c0\u03bf\u03c2 probably share a common (unknown) origin.<\/p>\n <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/section>\n

    Other Names <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>

    Herbe de Joseph, Herbe Sacr\u00e9e, Herbe Sainte, Hiope, Hisopo, Hissopo, Hyssopus officinalis, Hysope, Hysope Officinale, Jufa, Rabo De Gato, Ysop.<\/p>\n <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/section>\n

    Mythologies and stories <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>

    A plant called hyssop has been in use since classical antiquity. The name hyssop appears in some translations of the Bible, notably in verse 7 of Psalm 51: “Thou shalt purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean” (King James Bible). However, researchers have suggested that the Biblical accounts refer not to the plant currently known as hyssop but rather to one of a number of different herbs.<\/p>\n

    Hyssop was also used for purgation (religious purification) in Egypt, where, according to Chaeremon the Stoic, the priests used to eat it with bread in order to purify this type of food and make it suitable for their austere diet.<\/p>\n

    In Judaism and Christian ritual it served as a fan or brush for sprinkling the blood of sacrificial animals or holy water (which sometimes also contained hyssop). Since the inconspicuous plant grows on stony ground, it was also regarded as a symbol of humility. In medieval art, it was associated with Mary because of its frequent use as a medication.<\/p>\n

    Hippocrates, Galen, and Dioscorides all recommended hyssop, mentions of the plant appear in all the great herbals of the middle ages.<\/p>\n <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/section>\n

    Native range <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>

    Hyssop is a perennial plant which is native to the Mediterranean region and has been imported and naturalized in the US and Canada. It grows along roadsides and is sometimes found as a garden herb. Hyssop is quite similar in appearance to other members of the mint family. Its volatile oil possesses a highly aromatic camphor-like smell.<\/p>\n <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/section>\n

    Family\/genus <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>

    Herbaceous plant of the genus Hyssopus native to Southern Europe, the Middle East, and the region surrounding the Caspian Sea. Lamiaceae.<\/p>\n <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/section>\n

    Botanical Description <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>

    Hyssop is a brightly coloured\u00a0shrub\u00a0or\u00a0subshrub\u00a0that ranges from 30 to 60\u00a0cm (12 to 24\u00a0in) in height. The\u00a0stem\u00a0is\u00a0woody\u00a0at the base, from which grow a number of straight branches. Its\u00a0leaves\u00a0are\u00a0lanceolate, dark green in colour, and from 2 to 2.5\u00a0cm (0.79 to 0.98\u00a0in) long.<\/p>\n

    During the summer, the plant produces bunches of pink, blue, or, more rarely, white\u00a0fragrant\u00a0flowers. These give rise to small oblong achenes.<\/p>\n

    Cultivars\u00a0include ‘Blue Flower’.<\/p>\n <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/section>\n

    Constituents <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>

    volatile oil, pinocamphone, isopinocamphone, pinenes, camphene, and terpinene), hyssopin, tannin, flavonoids, insolic acid, oleonolic acid, a bitter substance (marrubiin), resin, gum.<\/p>\n <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

    <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>