Mazhar Botanic Garden

Origanum vulgare

Origano Thymus

Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Origanum
Species: vulgare
Sample code: EGY-MBG-000280
English name: Origano, Thymus
Arabic name: الأوريجانو
Native: Mediterranean region
Country: Mediterranean region
(PGR): Very common

leaves strongly aromatic Oregano is related to the herb marjoram sometimes being referred to as wild marjoram It has purple flowers and spade-shaped, olive-green leaves It is a perennial

The aromatic seeds are used as a flavouring in sweets, drinks etc. A herb tea is made from the fresh or dried leaves. The flavour resembles a blend of thyme, rosemary and sage

Water Sources: Moderate Water
Lights: Full sun
Propagation: Seeds, cuttings
Flowering time:
Located in: Kitchen garden SHV

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