OREGANO OIL SUSTAINABILITY AND SOURCING

The oregano oil used in this production chain is mainly related to wild species of the genus Lippia, especially Lippia graveolens, a native plant adapted to arid and semi-arid conditions in northern Mexico. One of the most relevant regions is El Mezquital, Durango, where oregano is hand-picked under conditions that favor a high concentration of natural compounds.

The temperate-dry climate, the harvesting time, and the natural regrowth of the plant influence the quality of the raw material and the concentration of compounds such as carvacrol and thymol. Therefore, understanding the history and origin of oregano oil also helps to better understand the provenance of the resource and its value within a more careful supply chain.

Responsible sourcing of oregano

Our oregano is Lippia graveolens, a species native to Mexico that grows wild in the El Mezquital region, Durango.

Unlike intensive cultivation, our plants grow within their natural environment, among mountainous terrain, rocky soils, and vegetation typical of an arid and semi-arid region.

We work with local producers who know the plant and respect its natural growth and regeneration cycles. Harvesting is done selectively, avoiding uprooting the plant and leaving enough structure to allow for natural regrowth.

• Selective harvesting of wild plants.
• Respect for natural growth and regeneration cycles.
• Responsible harvesting without destroying the plant.
• Conservation of the natural environment where oregano grows.
• Support for local producers and communities in Durango.
• Conscious production processes.

After harvesting, the oregano is carefully processed to obtain its essential oil through a controlled distillation process.

Our goal is to preserve, as much as possible, the natural profile of compounds present in Lippia graveolens, including carvacrol and thymol.

Every stage, from harvesting to the production of the finished product, aims to maintain the integrity of the raw material and respect the natural characteristics that make the oregano from this region unique.

We do not seek to artificially accelerate plant growth or replace its natural environment with intensive production systems. Our approach begins by respecting the place where oregano grows naturally.

Traceability is strengthened through records of origin and batching that help verify the geographical origin and authenticity of wild oregano. This origin control allows for tracking of raw material from its collection to the final product and reinforces the consistency of its profile. It is also an important point for better understanding the properties of oregano oil and the stability of its composition.

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