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Mexican Marjoram
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Mexican marjoram is a trade alias sometimes applied to Mexican oregano-type Lippia herbs—naming that confuses European marjoram with Mexican seasoning leaf. Treat as Mexican oregano in chilli recipes, not as sweet marjoram. Check package origin and aroma.
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History
US
English labels occasionally said Mexican marjoram for Lippia.
US
Spice aisles perpetuated mixed oregano/marjoram names.
Educators urged buying by aroma and species.
Better labelling reduced but did not end the alias.