Hyssop

About Hyssop

Hyssop is a semi-evergreen herb known since biblical times. Used in European liqueurs including Chartreuse and Benedictine, herbal teas and traditional medicine. Grows in Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh. The essential oil is used in perfumery and pharmaceutical preparations for respiratory conditions.

Health Benefits

• •Pinocamphone and isopinocamphone — compounds with expectorant properties
• •Traditional use for coughs, bronchitis and chest congestion relief
• •Antimicrobial and antiviral properties in volatile oil
• •Reduces inflammation in respiratory mucous membranes

Culinary & Industrial Uses

• •European herbal liqueurs — Chartreuse and Benedictine
• •Herbal teas for respiratory health support
• •Culinary use in Mediterranean stuffings and soups
• •Essential oil in aromatherapy for respiratory conditions

Processing & Grades

Aerial parts harvested at full bloom, shade-dried to preserve volatile oils. Available whole dried herb, cut and sifted, or as essential oil.