Oregano seedlings

Oregano is a flowering herb with olive-green leaves and purple flowers that is used to season food. Oregano is a woody perennial plant that can grow up to 80 cm tall. It has opposite leaves that are 1–4 cm long, and young stems that are square and hairy.

Oregano has a warm, earthy, and slightly bitter taste. The flavor can vary depending on the climate, season, and soil composition, and the leaves can be more intense when dried.

Oregano is a key ingredient in Mediterranean cooking and is used to season many foods, including pizza, pasta, grilled burgers, and steamed vegetables. It can also be used in stuffing, fillings, dressings, sauces, and gravies.

Benefits of Oregano 

Oregano contains chemicals that may help with digestion, reduce coughs, and fight some bacteria and viruses. However, there is little scientific evidence to support these uses.

Oregano can be grown in a pot at your balcony or in a small kitchen garden.

Keep yourself healthy by using herb grown organically.