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Joy of the Mountain... In the Garden | Culinary | Fragrance | Medicinal use Popular garden varieties
Greek Oregano | 
Golden Oregano | 
"Country Cream"
Oregano |
Top In the GardenGrowth Characteristics: - Groundcover, Evergreen, Frost hardy,
- Height: ± 25cm; Spread: ±30cm,
Oregano Varieties: - Greek Oregano (Oregano vulgare):
- Excellent culinary herb,
- Dark green leaves with white flowers.
- Hot-and-Spicy Oregano:
- Great oregano taste with a hot chillie combination,
- Great addition to any dish.
- Variegated Oregano (O. vulgare "Country Cream") :
- Green and white foliage,
- Decorative groundcover that can be used in cooking.
- Golden Oregano (O. vulgare "Aureum"):
- Beautifull yellow leaves make it a very decorative groundcover among other herbs,
- Mild Oregano taste make it suitable for a wide range of dishes.
Cultivation: - Full sun; Well drained, composted soil,
Harvesting: - Pick fresh leaves throughout the year,
Companion Planting: - Vegetables:
- Plant with Broccoli, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Cucumber, Peppers,
Repellant for: - Cucumber beetle, Squash bug,
Top Culinary useUse Oregano leaves and flowers with: - Tomatoes, Chillies, Garlic, Onions, Olives,
- Beef, Chicken, Fish, Pork, Veal,
- Butters, Cheese, Eggs, Soups, Stews, Vinegars,
- Greek dishes, Italian dishes, Mexican dishes,
Top Fragrance- A pungently aromatic, warming herb,
- Use in Potpurri and Pillows,
- Infuse for a relaxing bath and as a hair conditioner,
Top Medicinal useOregano may be beneficial in the following cases: | General | - Natural antibiotic, antimicrobial,
- Contains Rosmarinic acid: antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Antiseptic: Treatment of mouth conditions, as a mouth was for inflammations of the mouth and throat,
- Headaches: especially when due to tension, may be relieved by a tea or by rubbing the forehead and temples with oil,
- Modest anticancer activity,
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| Skin | - Anti-bacterial (Natural antibiotic),
- Externally for infected cuts and wounds,
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| Lymphatic System | - Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Candida albicans.
- Strengthen immune due to antimicrobial properties,
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| Respiratory System | - Diaphoretic combined with expectorant properties: Coughs, Colds and Influenza, Minor feverish illneses,
- Topical for Bronchitis, asthma,
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| Digestive system | - Carminative, Indigestion, Flatulence, Stomach upsets,
- Antimicrobial: Candida albicans,
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| Reproductive System | - Painful menstruation, Stimulates menstrual flow,
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| Musculo / Skeletal System | - Infused oil can be applied externally for rheumatic complaints, arthritis and muscular pain,
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Preparation and dosage: PARTS USED: TEA: - Drink three times per day,
- Also use as mouthwash,
TINCTURE: - 1-2 ml three times a day,
CONTRAINDICATION: - Do not use during pregnancy.
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