Origan

The origan ( Origanum vulgare ), sometimes confused with the Marjoram, is a long-lived herbaceous plant of the family of the Lamiacées.

Other common nouns: bastard marjoram, wild thyme of the shepherds, the.

Culture

Multiplies by glare of tufts in spring or possibly sowing. The seedlings will be spaced of 30 cm. The origan requires a light and ventilated ground. Associated with the Grass of Provence, a ground hot, calcareous, the shelter of the wind and shone upon allows to cultivate this aromatic plant pushing in a wild state. The stems are hairy with sheets round, green, slightly toothed and the seedlings generally reach a size varying between 30 and 60 cm. The flowers are pink or crimsons and are gathered in small ears. Harvest is made in July with their appearance. The parts used are the flowers, the stems and the feuilles.

History

Resulting from Europe, the origan was very well exported in the Middle East. Known and recognized by the people of Antiquity for his marked taste and its medicinal virtues.

Cook

One finds the origan in the Italian Cuisine, in particular on the Neapolitan pizza pies.

Less used in France than the Marjolaine the origan has the same uses condiment and medicinal and the two plants are often confused.

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