Greek mountain oregano, Winter marjoram, Rigani, Righani, Winter sweet marjoram
Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum

Family: Lamiaceae

What it is like

A densely hairy herb. The stems are erect. The bracts are 2-3 mm long and greenish. The flowers are whitish.

There are 20 Origanum species.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It grows on rocky habitats. Brisbane Botanical Gardens.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia, Britain, Europe, Greece, Himalayas, Italy, Mediterranean, Pakistan, Turkey, Türkiye

How it is used for food

The leaves are used in stews, soups, stuffings and other dishes. It has a milder flavour than oregano. The fresh or dried leaves are also used for tea.

Edible parts

Leaves, leaves - tea, herb, spice

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Akkekik, Ayakli kekik, Dal kekigi, Kekikotu, Kofteotu

Synonyms

Origanum hirtum; Origanum heracleoticum L.;