{"id":3679,"date":"2019-10-24T18:04:06","date_gmt":"2019-10-24T18:04:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/medicinalherbinfo.org\/000Herbs2016\/?page_id=3679"},"modified":"2025-05-24T13:51:37","modified_gmt":"2025-05-24T13:51:37","slug":"oregano","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/medicinalherbinfo.org\/000Herbs2016\/1herbs\/oregano\/","title":{"rendered":"Oregano"},"content":{"rendered":"<div align=center>\n<h5>Contents:<\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"#Names\">Common Names<\/a> | <a href=\"#Parts\">Parts Usually Used<\/a> | <a href=\"#Description\">Plant(s) &amp; Culture<\/a> | <a href=\"#Where\">Where Found<\/a> | <a href=\"#Properties\">Medicinal Properties<\/a> | <a href=\"#Biochemical\">Biochemical Information<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"#Legends\">Legends, Myths and Stories<\/a> | <a href=\"#Uses\">Uses<\/a> | <a href=\"#Dosages\">Formulas or Dosages<\/a> | <a href=\"#Sold\">How Sold<\/a> | <a href=\"#Nutrient\">Nutrient Content<\/a> | <a href=\"#Links\">Resource Links<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Scientific Names<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/medicinalherbinfo.org\/000Herbs2016\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/oregano.jpg\" alt=\"Oregano\" width=\"350\" height=\"350\" align=\"right\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Origanum vulgare<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Lamiaceae family<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><a name=\"Names\">Common Names<\/a> <\/h3>\n<p><b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Carvacrol<\/li>\n<li>Dostenkraut<\/li>\n<li>European Oregano<\/li>\n<li>Huile d\u2019Origan<\/li>\n<li>Marjolaine B\u00e2tarde<\/li>\n<li>Marjolaine Sauvage<\/li>\n<li>Marjolaine Vivace<\/li>\n<li>Mediterranean Oregano<\/li>\n<li>Mountain Mint<\/li>\n<li>Oregano<\/li>\n<li>Organy<\/li>\n<li>Origan<\/li>\n<li>Origan Europ\u00e9en<\/li>\n<li>Origani Vulgaris Herba<\/li>\n<li>Origano<\/li>\n<li>Origanum<\/li>\n<li>Phytoprogestin<\/li>\n<li>Th\u00e9 Sauvage<\/li>\n<li>Thym des Bergers<\/li>\n<li>Wild Marjoram<\/li>\n<li>Winter Marjoram<\/li>\n<li>Wintersweet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/b> <a href=\"#top\"><font size=\"-1\">Back to Top<\/font><\/a> <\/p>\n<hr size=3 width=80% COLOR=\"#004040\" align=\"center\">\n<h3><a name=\"Parts\">Parts Usually Used<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>The leaves<br \/>\n<a href=\"#top\"><font size=\"-1\">Back to Top<\/font><\/a><\/p>\n<hr size=3 width=80% COLOR=\"#004040\" align=\"center\">\n<h3><a name=\"Description\">Description of Plant(s) and Culture<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Oregano is an herb with purple flowers 3-4 mm in size. It&#8217;s a perennial plant that grows to about 20-80 cm in hight.<br \/>\n\t<br \/>\n            <a href=\"#top\"><font size=\"-1\">Back to Top<\/font><\/a><\/p>\n<hr size=3 width=80% COLOR=\"#004040\" align=\"center\">\n<h3><a name=\"Where\">Where Found<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Oregano is originally from Western and Southwestern Eurasia as well as the Mediterranean. However, it grown worldwide as a culinary herb and is easily grown indoors, with adequate light.<br \/>\n\t<br \/>\n<a href=\"#top\"><font size=\"-1\">Back to Top<\/font><\/a><\/p>\n<hr size=3 width=80% COLOR=\"#004040\" align=\"center\">\n<h3><a name=\"Properties\">Medicinal Properties<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Oregano contains carvacrol which has been the subject of various research studies into its antifungal, antibacterial, antimicrobial anti-cancer and antiviral properties.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/heartmdinstitute.com\/diet-nutrition\/outstanding-oregano-benefits-uses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HeartMD Institute<\/a>: Research has shown that carvacrol really does have the ability to kill certain harmful bacteria. In one trial, oregano oil inhibited the growth of the Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa strains of pathogenic bacteria. The researchers said they looked forward to further testing of oregano essential oils \u201cas alternative antibacterial remedies enhancing healing process in bacterial infections and as an effective means for the prevention of antibiotic-resistant strain development.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>\n<a href=\"#top\"><font size=\"-1\">Back to Top<\/font><\/a><\/p>\n<hr size=3 width=80% COLOR=\"#004040\" align=\"center\">\n<h3><a name=\"Biochemical\">Biochemical Information<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Oregano leaves contain antioxidant, protective compounds including triterpenes, phenols, oleanolic acid and rosmarinic acid. However, the most potent components of oregano oil are thymol and carvacrol.<br \/>\n\t<br \/>\n<a href=\"#top\"><font size=\"-1\">Back to Top<\/font><\/a><\/p>\n<hr size=3 width=80% COLOR=\"#004040\" align=\"center\">\n<h3><a name=\"Legends\">Legends, Myths and Stories<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>The word oregano is derived from Classical Greek \u1f40\u03c1\u03af\u03b3\u03b1\u03bd\u03bf\u03bd (or\u012b\u0301ganon), from which the Spanish or\u00e9gano, and Latin or\u012bganum are derived. This is a compound Greek term that consists of \u1f44\u03c1\u03bf\u03c2 (\u00f3ros) meaning &#8220;mountain&#8221;, and \u03b3\u03ac\u03bd\u03bf\u03c2 (g\u00e1nos) meaning &#8220;brightness&#8221;, thus, &#8220;brightness of the mountain&#8221;.<br \/>\n\t<br \/>\n            <a href=\"#top\"><font size=\"-1\">Back to Top<\/font><\/a><\/p>\n<hr size=3 width=80% COLOR=\"#004040\" align=\"center\">\n<h3><a name=\"Uses\">Uses<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Traditionally, oregano has been used to treat gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, asthma, croup, respiratory tract disorders, coughs, bronchitis, bloating, heartburn, menstrual cramps, rheumatoid arthritis, heart conditions, headaches, respiratory tract disorders and urinary tract disorders. It is also used externally to treat acne, herpes simplex type 1 virus, athlete&#8217;s foot, oily skin, dandruff, warts, inflammatory bowel disease, ringworm, canker sores, rosacea, insect and spider bites, gum disease, psoriasis, toothaches, muscle pain, and varicose veins. <\/p>\n<p>Oregano oil is ingested to treat allergies, intestinal parasites, arthritis, sinus pain, cold and flu, earaches, swine flu and fatigue.<\/p>\n<p>Oregano oil is also used topically as an insect repellent.<\/p>\n<p>Oregano is also very commonly used as a culinary spice in many different cuisines.<br \/>\n\t<br \/>\n            <a href=\"#top\"><font size=\"-1\">Back to Top<\/font><\/a><\/p>\n<hr size=3 width=80% COLOR=\"#004040\" align=\"center\">\n<h3><a name=\"Dosages\">Formulas or Dosages<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>As a treatment for nasal congestion or cold or cough, boil water and add the leaves of fresh oregano. Add other aromatic herbs, if desired, then drape a towel over the head to help hold the steam in, and breathe deeply for several minutes.<\/p>\n<p>For sore muscles, headache or pain, combine oregano essential oil with a carrier oil such as olive oil or coconut oil, then apply to painful area or to temples or neck.<br \/>\n\t<br \/>\n            <a href=\"#top\"><font size=\"-1\">Back to Top<\/font><\/a><\/p>\n<hr size=3 width=80% COLOR=\"#004040\" align=\"center\">\n<h3><a name=\"Sold\">How Sold<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Fresh herb, dried herb, capsule, tea, essential oil.<br \/>\n\t<br \/>\n<a href=\"#top\"><font size=\"-1\">Back to Top<\/font><\/a><\/p>\n<hr size=3 width=80% COLOR=\"#004040\" align=\"center\">\n<h3><a name=\"Nutrient\">Nutrient Content<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Oregano is rich in Vitamins A, B6, C, E, and K, as well as calcium, magnesium, iron, and potassium.<br \/>\n\t<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#top\"><font size=\"-1\">Back to Top<\/font><\/a><\/p>\n<hr size=3 width=80% COLOR=\"#004040\" align=\"center\">\n<h3><a name=\"Links\">Resource Links<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/medicinalherbinfo.org\/000Herbs2016\/2025\/03\/22\/boost-your-health-with-medicinal-herb-sprouts-and-microgreens\/\" target=\"_blank\">Boost Your Health with Medicinal Herb Sprouts and Microgreens<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/medicinalherbinfo.org\/000Herbs2016\/2025\/02\/15\/top-herbs-to-support-sickle-cell-anemia-symptoms-naturally\/\" target=\"_blank\">Top Herbs to Support Sickle Cell Anemia Symptoms Naturally<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/herbs-for-sickle-cell-anemia\" target=\"_blank\">HealthLine &#8211; 4 Herbs for Sickle Cell Anemia<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/medicinalherbinfo.org\/000Herbs2016\/2020\/03\/27\/herbs-that-fight-viruses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Herbs That Fight Viruses<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/medicinalherbinfo.org\/000Herbs2016\/2019\/10\/30\/herbs-that-are-more-effective-in-treating-lyme-than-antibiotics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Herbs That are More Effective in Treating Lyme Than Antibiotics<\/a><\/p>\n<p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/food-recipes\/features\/why-is-oregano-good-for-me#1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">WedMD: Why Is Oregano Good for Me?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Oregano\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wikipedia: Oregano<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/heartmdinstitute.com\/diet-nutrition\/outstanding-oregano-benefits-uses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HeartMD Institute: Outstanding Oregano: Benefits and Uses<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0926669016304873\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Antioxidant capacity variation in the oregano (Origanum vulgare L.) collection of the German National Genebank<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23484421\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health: [The antibacterial activity of oregano essential oil (Origanum heracleoticum L.) against clinical strains of Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa].<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22890541\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health: Inhibition of herpes simplex virus type 1 by thymol-related monoterpenoids.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/25310265\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health: The effect of carvacrol on enteric viruses.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2233768\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health: Effects of a Combination of Thyme and Oregano Essential Oils on TNBS-Induced Colitis in Mice<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/26214321\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health: Carvacrol inhibits proliferation and induces apoptosis in human colon cancer cells.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0944711309003389\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ScienceDirect: Anti-proliferative effects of carvacrol on a human metastatic breast cancer cell line, MDA-MB 231<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#top\"><font size=\"-1\">Back to Top<\/font><\/a><\/p>\n<p><center>\t<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4390707348229770\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<!-- MHI-wide-728x90 --><br \/>\n<ins 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