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Coleus amboinicus, synonym Plectranthus amboinicus, [1] is a semi-succulent perennial plant in the family Lamiaceae [2] with a pungent oregano-like flavor and odor. Coleus amboinicus is considered to be native to parts of Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, and India, [3] although it is widely cultivated and naturalized elsewhere in the tropics where it is used as a spice and ornamental plant. [2]
The essential oil of Lippia graveolens contains 0-81% thymol, 0-48% carvacrol, 3-30% para-cymene, and 0-15% eucalyptol. The first two components give the plant a flavor similar to oregano [ 2 ] (to which it is not closely related), and the leaves are widely used as an herb in Mexico and Central America .
Lesser calamint is a perennial shrub, forming a compact mound of shiny, green oregano-like leaves. The flowers are lavender pink. The plant reaches a height of 18 inches (46 cm). [3] The lesser calamint smells like a cross between mint and oregano. It attracts honeybees and butterflies. [4]
Suggestions abound for the modern day correlation of biblical hyssop ranging from a wall plant like moss or fern, to widely used culinary herbs like thyme, rosemary or marjoram. Another suggestion is the caper plant which is known to grow in the rocky soils of the region and along walls.
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil. ¼ cup lemon juice. 1 Tbsp. vinegar. 2 Tbsp. dijon mustard. 1 Tbsp. raw honey or liquid allulose. 1 Tbsp. fresh oregano or 1 tsp. dried oregano. ¼ tsp. pink ...
This page is a sortable table of plants used as herbs and/or spices.This includes plants used as seasoning agents in foods or beverages (including teas), plants used for herbal medicine, and plants used as incense or similar ingested or partially ingested ritual components.
Instead of a tomato-y pizza sauce, the dough is brushed with a garlic, oregano, and lemon-infused oil, then topped with mozzarella and assorted veggies (great for those with heartburn too!).
Ruta graveolens, commonly known as rue, common rue or herb-of-grace, is a species of the genus Ruta grown as an ornamental plant and herb.It is native to the Balkan Peninsula.