Oregano Leaf c/s; Cert. Organic

Botanical Name - Lippia graveolens Other Names - wild marjoram Origin - USA Flavor Profile - Pungent with a citrus finish. Goes well with thyme, rosemary, marjoram and fiery spices, like paprika. Culinary Usages - Use to season Latin American and Mexican foods. The dried leaf may also be prepared as tea, alone or in combination with other herbs. Mexican oregano, also called wild marjoram, is a perennial member of the mint family native to Europe, Asia and the Mediterranean region. Mexican oregano shares a similar flavor profile with its cousin, Greek oregano, but is a different species of plant native to Mexico, Central and South America and is more closely related to lemon verbena. As such, it has a mild citrus-like quality, combined with a hint of pine. In addition to cooking, Mexican oregano is used to prepare infusions, oils and ceremonial incense for use by Curanderos, the shamans indigenous to Mexico and the Southwestern U.S. Cosmetic Usages - Strong water or oil infusions are