Botanical Name Salvia sclarea
Plant Part Leaves and Flowers
Extraction Method Steam
Origin Bulgaria
Description Clarysage is a short biennial or perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height (approximately 3 feet). It has large, hairy leaves with small bluish - purple flowers.
Color Light Golden Yellow
Common Uses Clary sage is viewed by aromatherapists as an antidepressant, and antispasmodic, deodorant, emmenagogue, hypotensive, nervine, sedative, tonic and uterine. It is well known for providing a euphoric action, for balancing uterine issues, and as an agent to clean greasy hair. There is also some documentation of its effectiveness in helping to relax the spasms of asthma.
Strength of Aroma Medium to Strong
Blends well with Clary sage essential oil blends well with generally any essential oil, though it works particularly well with Bergamot, Cedarwood, Roman and German Chamomile, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Neroli, Orange, Rosewood, Sandalwood and Ylang Ylang.
Aromatic Scent Clarysage essential oil has an earthy, fruity and floral aroma that is both nutty and herbaceous.
History The name Clarysage is derived from the Latin word for clear - probably because the herb was once used for clearing mucous from the eyes. During the sixteenth century it was also used in England for brewing beer as a replacement for hops.
Cautions Clarysage is non-toxic, and non-sensitizing. It is not to be used during pregnancy.