Oregano - Hot and Spicy Origanum vulgare
A hardy, herbaceous perennial which is part of the oregano family. It produces small, pale pink flowers which are loved by bees and butterflies. This oregano has a more pungent flavour than other oregano plants, with a taste like a mildly spicy chilli. This has oils that were used by ancient Greeks and Egyptians as a body scent after baths. It was also used as a disinfectant and food preservative. Use fresh or dried Pots