Oregano Wild Marjoram – 100 Seeds
(Origanum vulgare)
R30.00
It is a perennial herb growing to about 60cm and is also known as Oregano Wild Marjoram.
Indoor Sowing: Early Spring.
Direct Sowing: Spring and Autumn.
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🍃 Culinary Quick Facts
Culinary Info
- 🌍 Origin / Region: Mediterranean
- 🍽️ Culinary Use: Egg Dishes, Flavoring, Grilling, Oils / Vinegars, Roasting, Salads, Sauces
- 🥗 Edible Part: Flower, Leaf
- 😋 Flavor Profile: Earthy, Mildly Pungent
- ⓘ Plant Use: Culinary, Insect Repellent, Medicinal
Medicinal Info
- 🌿 Medicinal Part: Flower, Leaf
- 🍵 Herbal Preparation: Essential Oil, Extract / Tincture, Infused Oil, Infusion / Tea, Inhalation, Poultice, Powder
- ⚕️ Healing System: European Traditional Medicine
Growth Traits
- 🌱 Life Cycle: Perennial
- 🌾 Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
- 🦋 Pollinator Method: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Moths, Self-pollinating
- 🪴 Growth Habit: Spreading
- 🌸 Flower Color: Pink-Purple, White
Growing Requirements
- 🌞 Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Shade
- 💧 Water Needs: Avoid Overwatering, Low Water
- ☀️ Growing Conditions: Cold Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Frost Tolerant, Heat Tolerant
- 🟤 Soil Preference: Gravel, Loam, pH 6.0–8.0, Rocky, Sandy, Well-Drained
Oregano Wild Marjoram (Origanum vulgare) is a perennial herb growing to about 60cm. The buds at the top of the stem open to show lilac, pink or occasionally white thyme like flowers. The leaves are long, oval and usually slightly toothed and are sweetly scented. The name “Wild Marjoram” is a frequent source of confusion. Botanically, it is oregano (O. vulgare), but its milder flavor makes people associate it with the sweetness of true marjoram.
Culinary Uses
- Essential in Italian, Greek, Turkish, and Spanish dishes, particularly on pizzas, in tomato sauces, and with grilled meats (especially lamb).
- Used in chili powders, pozole, and to add a robust flavor to bean dishes.
- Leaves are steeped in olive oil or vinegar to create flavorful dressings and marinades.
- Pairs well with garlic, onions, basil, and thyme.
- It is used in salads, egg dishes, and roasted vegetables.
Edible Parts
- Leaves: The primary component used, containing the essential oils (carvacrol and thymol) that give it a pungent, earthy, and slightly bitter taste.
- Flowers: The small white or purple flowers are edible and have a milder, sweeter flavor than the leaves. They can be used as a salad garnish or in teas.
Medicinal Uses
- Traditionally used as a digestive aid, for treating coughs and colds (as a tea), and for its antiseptic properties.
- It is considered a “natural antibiotic” due to high antioxidant and antibacterial properties.
Other Uses
- Excellent for repelling aphids, cucumber beetles, and squash bugs in vegetable gardens.
- Added to potpourris, sachets, and fragrant pillows.
- Can be made into a spray to repel ants and aphids
Growing Wild Marjoram
Indoor Sowing: Early Spring.
Direct Sowing: Spring and Autumn.
- Sprinkle seeds on top of the growing medium and gently press them into the soil. Do not cover, as the seeds require light to germinate.
- Keep evenly moist until germination.
- Germination takes 7-14 days at 18–21°C.
- Transplant to individual containers when seedlings have at least 4 true leaves.
- Transplant outside after the last frost date, spacing plants 30cm apart.
- To make plants bushier, pinch back lush new grow.
Can this plant be used for culinary purposes?
Oregano Wild Marjoram is traditionally used for culinary purposes such as egg dishes and flavoring.
Does this plant have medicinal uses?
Traditionally, Oregano Wild Marjoram has a history of use in European Traditional Medicine. Seeds are sold for cultivation purposes only.
Disclaimer
Medicinal Information:
All medicinal information on this website is for educational and informational purposes only and may not be construed as medical advice. The information is not intended to replace medical advice or treatment offered by healthcare professionals.
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