Majorana syriaca (Syrian Marjoram)

Majorana syriaca, Origanum Maru, Syrian Marjoram, Zaatar, Zahtar

Botanical names: Majorana syriaca, Origanum Maru

Common names: Syrian Marjoram, Zaatar, Zahtar

Family: Lamiaceae

Origin: Asia Minor

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftFull sunModerate waterRegular waterPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSpice or herb plantFragrant plant

In Western Asia, particularily in Jordan, Lebanon and Israel, a local marjoram relative (Majorana syriaca) is a common flavoring for grilled mutton and also used to flavor breads. This special marjoram more aromatic than the European variant and ranges in flavor somewhere between marjoram and oregano.


Similar plants: Majorana syriaca (Syrian Marjoram)




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https://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/majorana_syriaca.htm