Marjoram Facts
Did you know?
In ancient times, Greeks and Romans associated marjoram with love, happiness and healing. It was also used to make beer until hops were discovered.
22 Vitamins and Minerals
- Calcium
- Carotene
- Choline
- Copper
- Folate
- Iron
- Lutein
- Magnesium
- Manganese
- Niacin
- Phosphorus
- Potassium
- Riboflavin
- Selenium
- Sodium
- Thiamin
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin B-6
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin K
- Zinc
Applications
Marjoram is used in salad dressings, meat dishes, preserved meats, tomato-based sauces and is the perfect addition to savory dry spice rubs and seasonings.
Origin
Marjoram is an aromatic, perennial herb that belongs to the mint family, Lamiaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean and western Asia and can be grown as an annual in northern climates.