Origanum vulgare
Origanum vulgare
Origanum vulgare is a plant species utilized across various traditional medicinal systems. It has been historically applied as a decongestant, stimulant, carminative, and anodyne for conditions such as bronchitis, colic, rheumatism, toothache, and fever. Scientific evidence regarding human health is limited, though studies in animal models suggest the essential oil may influence neuroinflammation and parasite disruption. Research also indicates that oregano supplementation may improve growth performance in certain poultry. No major safety issues or notable drug interactions have been recorded in the available data.
- Traditionally for
- stimulant · carminative
- Traditions
- traditional · TCM · Unani · Western phytotherapy · Ayurveda
- Best evidence
- A
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
Traditional use
- stimulant
- carminative
- fever
- pectoral
- rheumatism
- stomachic
- stupefacient
- toothache
- alopecia
- anodyne
- bronchitis
- catarrh
- cold
- colic
- decongestant
What the science says
- Oregano supplementation significantly improved growth performance and reduced parasitological burden in Eimeria-challenged broilers.
- Origanum vulgare essential oil caused extensive tegumental disruption in Sparicotyle chrysophrii, leading to structural damage and functional collapse.
- Origanum vulgare essential oil reduced lateral ventricle size in rats with kaolin-induced hydrocephalus, potentially by regulating GFAP and Iba-1 expression.
- This study shows that aqueous extracts of Origanum vulgare can influence the structural and defect properties of synthesized TiO2 nanoparticles.
Frequently asked questions
What is Origanum vulgare?
Origanum vulgare (Origanum vulgare) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Origanum vulgare traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Origanum vulgare for: stimulant, carminative, fever, pectoral, rheumatism, stomachic. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Origanum vulgare?
Origanum vulgare appears in these traditions in our sources: traditional, TCM, Unani, Western phytotherapy, Ayurveda.
What does the scientific evidence say about Origanum vulgare?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Origanum vulgare; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: Oregano supplementation significantly improved growth performance and reduced parasitological burden in Eimeria-challenged broilers.
How strong is the evidence for Origanum vulgare?
The strongest finding for Origanum vulgare carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Origanum vulgare safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Origanum vulgare in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Origanum vulgare interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Origanum vulgare in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Origanum vulgare?
Origanum vulgare is also known as: Душица обыкновенная, Marjolaine.
Is Origanum vulgare a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T3 Dr. Duke's Ethnobotanical Database public domain (USDA ARS — attribute Dr. Duke's)
- T2 Effects of oregano extracts, alone or in combination with other biomolecules, on growth performances and parasitological parameters of broiler chickens challenged with Eimeria spp.: a meta-analysis. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Origanum vulgare Prevents Kaolin-induced Hydrocephalus Via Regulation of GFAP and lba1 Proteins Expression in the Rat Brain. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Phytochemical-Mediated Structural and Defect Engineering of TiO2 Nanoparticles for Light-Activated Photocatalysis. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Essential oils compromise tegumental integrity in Sparicotyle chrysophrii: Insights from SEM and histological analyses. literature abstract metadata