The authentic Dictamo (Origanum dictamnus), also known as stomach herb, is a plant that thrives only in Crete and is found in mountainous and hilly limestone areas.

Its main use in modern herbal medicine is to alleviate stomach and abdominal pain. Dictamo contains a variety of chemical compounds that give it aromatic and therapeutic properties.

• Indicative properties:
• Antioxidant
• Antimicrobial action
• Healing and astringent properties

It is recommended for stomach disorders, colics, inflammation of the gastrointestinal system, nervous disorders, headaches, and other diseases of the nervous system. It is also used for flu and colds.

Dosage:

• As an infusion: 5-10g of dried herb in 1 cup of boiling water, let it steep covered for 10 minutes.
• As a decoction: 2-3 teaspoons in half a liter of water.
• Compress: for abscesses and pimples.

Herbs are medicines and it is recommended to consult a doctor before taking them.