What it is
Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is in the Lamiaceae (Mint) family. A tough Mediterranean perennial that actually tastes stronger in poor, dry soil.
How to grow it
It wants full sun, water it low — drought-tough, and give it lean, well-drained soil. Target a soil pH around 6.0–8.0. Space plants about 12 in apart. Expect roughly 80–90. Hardy perennial.
How it's used
Oregano is used: dried, fresh, infused.
🔎 How to identify it
- Small oval leaves, opposite
- Square wiry stems
- Pungent pizza-herb aroma
Edibility
PartsLeaves
UsesDried, fresh, infused
CautionNone.
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Part of the free Texas Roots plant database, compiled by Jordan Polasek from his greenhouse in El Campo, Texas. Free to read and share. If it helped, the best thanks is to grow something.