Sage Officinalis 30% Oil Moldova
Characterised by a crisp, aromatic fragrance, it evokes the richness of an aromatic bouquet. A sharp, herbal fragrance with earthy, slightly peppery undertones and a subtle hint of camphor and a fresh, almost minty note.
There are over 500 species in the genus Salvia. The species officinalis itself comprises several subspecies and cultivars. Sage (Salvia officinalis) is a sub-shrub of the Lamiaceae family. It is commonly known as ‘sacred herb’ or ‘European tea’. Like many Lamiaceae, sage is part of the Mediterranean flora. The export of sage leaves and essential oil is now an important source of income for countries such as the former Yugoslavia, Albania, Hungary, Germany and France.
It is a branched plant with hairy stems and leaves. The flowers, which vary in colour from blue to purple, are grouped in spikes of six to eight at the top of the flower stems. The flowers usually bloom from May to July. Sage is an aromatic, medicinal, spice and ornamental plant. It thrives in poor, chalky (or even rocky) soil, well drained and always in a warm, sunny position. It is rarely propagated by sowing, but usually by cuttings.
The aerial parts of the plant, which contain fragrant substances, are harvested before or during flowering. After mowing, the plant material must be dried quickly in the shade before distillation.
Salvia officinalis is a powerful plant. Called the ‘sacred herb’ (herba sacra) by the Romans, the etymology of its botanical name is a reference to its medicinal properties. Salvia comes from the Latin salveo and salvaro, terms meaning ‘to save’ and ‘to heal’.
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