Oregano

Introduction

Oregano is a tasty herb from the Mediterranean, so it enjoys full fun and drier climates. It attracts plants, and is fun for children to explore.

Health Impacts

"Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is an herb used to flavor foods. It is considered safe in common food amounts, but has little evidence of health benefits.


Oregano has olive-green leaves and purple flowers. It is closely related to other herbs, including mint, thyme, marjoram, and basil. Oregano contains chemicals that might help reduce cough. Oregano also might help with digestion and with fighting against some bacteria and viruses.


People use oregano for wound healing, parasite infections, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses." - WebMD: Oregano 

Benefits of Oregano

Butterflies Love Oregano

Low-Impact Food

Herbs such as oregano have a very low ecological footprint compared to other foods. 

Appropriate Growing Places

Community Gardens

Kitchen Garden

Pollinator Gardens

School Yards

Sensory Garden

Maps

International

Europe

UK