Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare)

Health and Natural Living. Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is commonly mistaken for Marjoram as the plants look very similar. Outside of the kitchen Marjoram and Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) are best friends and do a lot together. The pair has quite plentiful properties in the areas of antioxidants and antibacterial. Together they are not only a great combination for flavoring food but also for preserving it too. Because both of their oils are perfumery they are placed in many different soaps and lotions. They are also used in combination for many potpourris and home décor.

If someone says Oregano, it is likely that you will think in terms of cuisine. You would be right as most people do think of Oregano is sauces and so forth. However, there are actual medicinal properties to Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) as well. Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) makes a luscious cup of savory tea that works well for gas, indigestion, bloating, coughs, urinary problems, bronchial problems, headaches, and swollen glands and to induce and regulate a woman's menstrual cycle. Others swear that is can cure fevers, diarrhea, vomiting, and same jaundice.

In the capsule form the leaves are dried and then crushed and placed into the empty capsule shell. Further, even others use the dried leaves by crushing them and adding just enough water to create a paste like substance and use it for a cream to apply for arthritis, itchy skin, sore muscles, and swelling. For a relaxing and soothing bath use Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) leaves in the bath water. Finally, some people make Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) oil and claim it helps rid toothaches.


In Jamaica people burn Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) scented incense to ward off coughs and other respiratory distresses. Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) has been used in ancient Greece and many other places across the globe where people have found a different use for Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) besides cooking. Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a perennial herb that is relative to the mint family and it is a very important culinary herb that is used in a lot of Greek and Italian cuisines. For cooking purposes it is the leaves that are used and while some like nothing but a fresh Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) sprig, most will agree that the dried Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is much more flavorful.

Especially in Italian cooking you will notice a distinct relationship between the uses of Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) in combination with Basil. The two always seem to create the perfect marriage especially in a tomato sauce. Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is also used on many vegetable dishes as well as a seasoning on various meats. The Greeks would never consider cooking with Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) in their pantry. The famous Greek salad boasts its flavor of Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare). No one could imagine eating a piece of pizza without a taste of Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) added to it.

There is no denying that Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare) has been around since ancient times both in and out of the kitchen. It had many medicinal properties then and it still does now. It was used in the kitchen and it is still used there now so those from ancient times started a tradition that is still followed to this day. Natural Herb Oregano (Origanum vulgare)'s uniqueness is fully utilized in many different ways and will be for years to come.