Oregano

Did you know that like other “perennials often grown as annuals” you can transplant your Oregano plants into indoor plants for the Winter? In the Spring, simply divide the root system into smaller clumps to perpetuate your Oregano. Origanum Heracleoticium makes an especially attractive houseplant.

Did you know that tea made from Oregano leaves and flowers is considered to have health benefits? A tea made from these items is believed to help with indigestion, headaches and anxiousness/stress. Oil extracted from the plant was once used to cure toothaches and, combined with other essential oils is believed to stop certain types of hair loss in men.

Did you know that flowers on Oregano can be either pink, white or purple? The leaves are oval in shape, somewhat grey-green in color and are perceived to the touch as being hairy?

Traditional Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) is a very hearty and easier to grow than other strain? Like many herbs, traditional Oregano is a perennial that is often grown as an annual.

Did you know that the name Oregano traces back to an ancient Greek word/phrase that means “Delight of the Mountains”?

Did you know that one type of Oregano is sometimes referred to as Wild Marjoram (Origanum Heracleoticium)?