Oregano
Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a sprawling woody shrub which can grow up to 1 m tall. Popularly used as culinary herb in Italian cuisine, dried Oregano leaves are also used in traditional medicine for treating colds, indigestion and upset stomach, because of the high carvacrol and thymol content naturally found within its essential oil. The plant is easy to care for, best grown in full sun and well-drained soil.
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Origanum vulgare L.
Synonyms: Origanum floridum, Thymus origanum
COMMON NAME
Oregano
CLASSIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS
Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Dicotyledon) Plant Growth Form Shrub Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial Plant Shape Shrubby PLANT CARE AND PROPAGATION
Light Preference Full Sun Water Preference Moderate Water, [Remarks] (Too much water will cause root rot.) Plant Growth Rate Moderate Maintenance Requirements Low Propagation Method Seed, Stem Cutting (Softwood), Division USES
- The spice oregano sold in supermarkets is actually a blend of several herbs which includes oregano (Origanum vulgare), sweet marjoram (Origanum majorana), and spearmint (Mentha spicata). Chili powder also contains some Origanum vulgare leaves.)
- The oil from seeds is used in aromatherapy, perfumes and toiletries.
Disclaimer
The information in this website is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment. Readers should always consult his/her physician before using or consuming a plant for medicinal purposes.