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Origanum syriacum

Species

Also called Majorana syriaca, Origanum maru, Bible hyssop, Biblical hyssop, Lebanese oregano, Syrian oregano

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Origanum syriacum
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Fact sheet

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Lightfull sun, at least 6-8 hours

“Direct sun (at least 4-6 hours)” — Syrian Oregano (Za'atar) care guide | Growli

WaterWhen the top 3-4 cm of soil is dry, about every 7-10 days

“When the top 3-4 cm of soil is dry” — Syrian Oregano (Za'atar) care guide | Growli

Ready whenleaves turn brown

“The plants have strongly aromatic leaves and abundant tubular flowers with long-lasting coloured bracts.” — Origanum - Wikipedia

Edible partsleaves

“The plants have strongly aromatic leaves and abundant tubular flowers with long-lasting coloured bracts.” — Origanum - Wikipedia

Toxicitynot toxic

“Toxic to pets” — Syrian Oregano (Za'atar) care guide | Growli

IndoorsRequires full sun, at least 6-8 hours, to thrive and build its aromatic oils. Insufficient light produces lank, weak stems and faint flavour.

“Direct sun (at least 4-6 hours)” — Syrian Oregano (Za'atar) care guide | Growli

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