Scientific Name: Origanum vulgare
English Name: Oregano, Mountain Mint, Marjoram
Common Name: Oregano, Kalabo
Filipino Name: Kalabo
Oregano is an herb that has juicy stems and leaves. It is a perennial plant that grows all throughout the year. Its smell is similar to lemon scent. Its leaves and stems has tiny hairs making it feel like a rough texture. It can grow in any type of soil under direct sunlight or in partial sunlight.
Oregano Herbal Plant is a good remedy for cough and colds. Infusion of leaves is used as substitute for water intake to remove discomfort from cough and colds.
According to studies, it contains high amounts of Omega-3's, Iron, Manganese, and antioxidants. Its Essential oil is well known in natural health communities for its antibacterial properties, and it is even being studied by the mainstream medical community for its potential advantages for health.
Oregano is also high in Thymol which is a very strong antioxidant. It can be the body's army to fight against cancer.