Herb
Pot Marjoram
B tier
Pot marjoram (often O. onites) is a Mediterranean oregano relative grown in pots historically—pungent seasoning herb distinct from sweet marjoram. Use like Greek oregano on grilled foods. Naming is confusing; buy by aroma. Excellent dried.
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ChoppedDriedFreshGarnishInfusedRubbed
Traits
AromaticMediterraneanPotsPungentRigani RelatedWarm
History
GR
Onites-type oreganos were grown as pot and hill herbs.
GB
Pot marjoram entered English garden literature.
Mediterranean export dried herbs included onites types.
Specialty growers clarified pot marjoram identity for cooks.