Oreganum vulgare

Origanum vulgare

Oregano

Oregano is a perennial herb in the mint family, Lamiaceae. It grows to approximately 90 cm (35 inches) tall with spade-shaped, olive-green leaves. The plant produces white, pink, or light purple flowers that are 3-4 mm long and bloom in erect spikes during the summer.

Details

Order:

Lamiales

Family:

Lamiaceae

Genus:

Origanum

Chemistry:

Oregano contains polyphenols, including numerous flavones. The essential oil is composed primarily of monoterpenoids and monoterpenes, with carvacrol and thymol being the primary compounds. Other constituents include p-cymene, γ-terpinene, caryophyllene, spathulenol, germacrene D, β-fenchyl alcohol, and δ-terpineol. The concentration of these compounds can vary based on geographic origin and drying methods.

Uses:

Oregano is widely used as a culinary herb, particularly in Mediterranean and Latin American cuisines. It is also known for its medicinal properties, although clinical evidence supporting specific health benefits is limited. The plant has been used in folk medicine for various ailments.

Flowering time:

Summer

Sowing time:

Plant height:

90 cm (35 inches)

Flower color:

White, pink, or light purple

Suitable habitat:

Oregano thrives in a hot, relatively dry climate but can also grow in other environments. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun, with a pH range between 6.0 and 9.0.

Info

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