Oregano Leaf (Mediterranean) (C/S) (OG) (ORIGANUM VULGARE)

Description:
Mediterranean Oregano ia an aromatic perennial herb, belonging to the Labiateae (Lamiaceae) family. It has creeping roots with purplish stems, small dark green broadly ovate leaves, and the flowers are a deep purplish red. Mediterranean Oregano is milder, sweeter Oregano, and is considered better for Italian cusine.

Origin:
Turkey

Other Names:
Greek Oregano, True Oregano

Part Used:
Leaf

Culinary Uses:
Mediterranean Oregano can be added to German, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Mediterranean, and Latin American dishes. It can also be used to season vegetables, sauces, pizza, chili, meat dishes, beans, eggs, relishes, dips and salad dressing. Add Mediterranean Oregano to the food being prepared just before the end of cooking.
To make a tea, pour 1 cup boiling water over 1 teaspoon of Mediterranean Oregano Leaf, cover and steep 3-5 minutes.

Medicinal Uses:
Oregano is used to promote perspiration as a treatment for colds, flu, and fevers. A tea of oregano is often used to bring on menses and relieve associated menstrual discomfort. It is also used in baths and inhalations to clear lungs and bronchial passages. Oregano can also be used for sour stomachs, headaches, toothaches, and to increase flow of urine.

Magickal Powers and Correspondences:
Powers: Joy, strength, vitality, added energy, and favorable outcome in lawsuits.
Planet Rulership: Mercury
Element Rulership: Air
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