Cretan Oregano or Cretan Marjoram
Its flowers are small and white.
It is ideal for treating colds.
Cretan marjoram (Origanum microphyllum) blooms in July and August and is harvested during the same period.
Cretan marjoram has versatile applications, as it is utilised in cooking, perfumery, and pharmaceuticals.
Cretan marjoram shares similar properties with thyme and has been employed since ancient times in various cases of nervous diseases, making it an ideal choice for treating colds. Galen recommends its use as a digestive aid. It is frequently served as a herbal infusion, often combined with ironwort.
As per Wikipedia, the leaves of Cretan marjoram are small, opposite, fluffy, oval, and possess a distinct and delightful lavender-like fragrance. The flowers of this plant are small and white in colour.
The leaves of the plant are employed as a spice, commonly used in seasoning meat and fish, and can also be used to make a decoction. Additionally, the essential oil derived from the leaves is extracted and utilised as an antiseptic and antispasmodic.
Presently, it is cultivated as both an ornamental and aromatic plant, often found in pots and gardens.
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