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Tarragon, a member of the
Composite tribe, closely allied to Wormwood, is a perennial herb
cultivated for the use of its aromatic leaves in seasoning, salads,
etc., and in the preparation of Tarragon vinegar.
It grows to a height of
about 2 feet and has long, narrow leaves, which, unlike other members of
its genus, are undivided. It blossoms in August, the small flowers, in
round heads, being yellow mingled with black, and rarely fully open. The
roots are long and fibrous, spreading by runners.
Tarragon is more common
in Continental than in English cookery, and has long been cultivated in
France for culinary purposes.
The name Tarragon is a
corruption of the French Esdragon, derived from the Latin
Dracunculus (a little dragon), which also serves as its specific
name. It was sometimes called little Dragon Mugwort and in French has
also the name Herbe au Dragon. To this, as to other Dragon herbs,
was ascribed the faculty of curing the bites and stings of venomous
beasts and of mad dogs. The name is practically the same in most
countries.
One of the legends told
about the origin of Tarragon, which Gerard relates, though without
supporting it, is that the seed of flax put into a radish root, or a sea
onion, and set in the ground, will bring forth this herb.
Use:
The main chemical components are estragole (methyl chavicol), ocimene
and phellandrene, cineol etc.
Chemical Composition:
The main chemical components are estragole (methyl chavicol),
ocimene and phellandrene, cineol etc.
Tarragon oil blends well
with
Although essential oils normally blend
well together, it blends particularly well with
carrot seed, lavender,
lime and rose.
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Common Name - Tarragon
essential oil
Botanical Name -
Artemisia
dracunculus (LINN.)
Country of Origin
- India
Parts Used - Leaves,
herb.
Extraction
- Steam Distillation
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Tarragon Essential oils and aromatherapy
products can also be used in soap making ingredients, lotions, massage
oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body fragrance, perfume
oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense,
light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more.
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