- Region
- Asia
- Origin
- Asia (West), Europe (South)
Asia · Herb · № 216
Origanum majorana
Herb · Asia
Marjoram
Origanum majorana
A mildly aromatic culinary herb related to oregano. It was drunk as tea for bloating, colds and restlessness; studies in humans are scarce.
Safety notes
Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Preparation
Used by the ancient Greeks to crown bridal couples.
Use in traditions
Described in home, kitchen and folk custom. In herbal magic associated with luck, protection, love and joy (especially in the family), health. For the Greeks and Romans marjoram was an herb of happiness: bridal couples wore wreaths of it. In the Middle Ages it was used in beer and as a strewing herb. In Unani medicine it is called marzanjosh.
Applications
Use by tradition
How different herbal traditions describe this herb. Amounts are traditional guidelines checked for obvious errors; they are not medical advice. For poisonous plants no dosage is given on purpose.
Folklore and herbal magic
Symbolic meanings from folk use and modern herbal magic. These are handed-down associations, not effects.
Luck, protection, love and joy (especially in the family), health, money, marriage, comfort.
Home, kitchen and folk use
Preparation and amount
Used by the ancient Greeks to crown bridal couples.