Jamu Herbs Mix vs Pot Marjoram

Indonesian black turmeric used in Jamu traditional medicine for digestive conditions, respiratory infections, and as a general tonic. A core Jamu ingredient distinct from regular turmeric.

Perennial Mediterranean herb between oregano and marjoram in flavor; used in Turkish, Greek and Balkan traditional medicine.

aeruginins, curzerenone, zederone, sesquiterpenes

carvacrol, thymol, terpinene, rosmarinic acid, flavonoids

Treat digestive complaints in Jamu tradition, Respiratory infections, Parasites and worms, General tonic

Digestive conditions in Greek and Turkish folk medicine, Respiratory infections, Culinary and medicinal use in Aegean region, Used in Dioscorides for multiple conditions

Anthelmintic, Digestive tonic, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial, Carminative, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

3-6g rhizome powder or decoction daily

2–3 g dried herb as tea; 1–2 mL tincture; diluted essential oil

Pregnancy, Liver disease, Long-term high doses

Pregnancy in large medicinal doses, Allergy to Lamiaceae

GI upset, Possible liver stress

GI irritation in excess, Rare allergic reactions