Origanum microphyllum

Family: Lamiaceae

What it is like

A shrub. It grows 30 cm tall and spreads 40 cm wide. The leaves are small and blue-green and have an aroma. The flowers are purple.

Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean climate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Crete, Greece, Mediterranean

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves - drink, flavouring

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Majorana maru Briq.; Majorana microphylla Benth.; Origanum maru Sm.;