Marjoram
Scientific Name: Origanum majorana
Native To: North Africa and Southwest Asia
Basic History: Marjoram has been used medicinally for its curative powers against rheumatism, arthritis, toothaches and eye infections. The ancient Greeks also used marjoram in their sacred rituals such as weddings and funerals.
Culinary Uses: Marjoram is a pine-smelling culinary herb with a close resemblance to oregano. It is featured in the herb mixture “Herbes de Provence.” Marjoram gets top billing in the foods of Portugal, France, Italy, and Greece.
Flavor and Taste: Marjoram has a very soft and sultry texture with clove and mint flavors, lemony overtones and a strong, spicy scent.
Nutritional Notes: Marjoram is rich in antioxidants and has antiviral, antifungal and antibacterial effects.