Herb
Origanum vulgare hirtum
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Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum is the botanical identity of true Greek culinary oregano—white flowers, hairy leaves, high phenolic kick. Plant this subspecies when recipes demand authentic oregano heat. Taxonomy separates it from milder O. vulgare garden forms.
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Botanical GreekCulinaryHotHot OreganoPepperyResinousTrue OreganoWhite Flower
History
Origanum taxonomy began separating culinary types.
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Hirtum populations were recognised as superior seasoning oregano.
Herb science linked carvacrol levels to hirtum quality.
Nurseries labelled hirtum for serious cooks.