Dictionary Definition
origanum n : any of various fragrant aromatic
herbs of the genus Origanum used as seasonings
Extensive Definition
Origanum is a genus of about 20 species of
aromatic herbs in the
family Lamiaceae, native
to the Mediterranean
region east to eastern Asia. The genus
includes some important culinary herbs, including Marjoram and
Oregano.
Origanum species are used as food plants by the
larvae of some Lepidoptera
species including Coleophora
albitarsella.
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origanum in Neapolitan: Arecheta
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