Description
Oregano is a species of flowering plant in the mint family Lamiaceae. It is known for its aromatic, warming, and slightly bitter qualities. Dried oregano is used as a culinary herb in Italian and mediterranean dishes to render a unique aroma and flavour. It has wonderful medicinal properties, making it one of the popular home remedies across the world. For example, oregano contains numerous phytonutrients-including thymol and rosmarinic acid that have also been shown to function as potent antioxidants.