A member of the Marigold family, Tagetes minuta is an erect, annual herb with up to 5 yellow-orange ray florets and 10-15 similarly colored disk florets per bunch. It is native to the temperate grasslands of Argentina, Chile, and Peru, but spread overseas during the Spanish Conquest to Europe, Asia, Africa and Hawaii.

Plant Part Used

Flowering plant

Extraction Method

Steam distillation

Aroma

Strong. Fruity with a touch of mint.

Tagetes Essential Oil Benefits

Helps ease stress and tension while lifting the spirit. Soothing and tranquilizing.

Blends Well With

Bergamot, Citrus oils, Clary Sage, Jasmine, Lavender

History of Tagetes

Sometimes called the Southern marigold, Tagetes minuta’s brightly colored flowers bring the warmth of the sun to life. Gardeners often use this as a decorative boundary plant where it is traditionally believed to protect the home from evil. It is used as a condiment for popular rice dishes in Chile and Argentina and is so highly prized that people collect enough to last them throughout the winter months. The Mayans and Aztecs used it traditionally for head discomfort and to ease unsettled nerves.

Using Tagetes Essential Oil

All essential oil blends are for aromatherapy use only and are not for ingesting!

Southern Marigold

Feel the sweet soothing kiss of delicate, fragrant petals on your cheek with this warming blend.

2 drops Tagetes Essential Oil
3 drops Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
3 drops Lavender Essential Oil

Orange Sunrise

This simple recipe will relax your sense with luscious notes of citrus.

3 drops Tagetes Essential Oil
6 drops Orange Essential Oil
4 drops Tangerine Essential Oil

Aromatherapy Uses

Bath & Shower

Add 5-10 drops to hot bath water, or sprinkle into shower steam before getting in for an at-home spa experience.

Massage

8-10 drops of essential oil per 1 ounce of carrier oil. Apply a small amount directly to areas of concern, such as muscles, skin, or joints. Work the oil gently into the skin until it is fully absorbed.

Inhalation

Inhale the aromatic vapors directly from the bottle, or place a few drops in a burner or diffuser to fill a room with its scent.

DIY Projects

This oil can be used in your homemade DIY projects, such as in candles, soaps and other body care products!