Origanum saccatum
P. H. Davis
Lamiaceae Edible: Leaves, Oil - medicine
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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
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Description
A small shrub in the Lamiaceae (mint) family found in subtropical regions.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are edible, and the oil is used medicinally.
Medicinal Uses
The oil has antibacterial activity and is used medicinally.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Turkey, Türkiye,
Notes
The oil has antibacterial activity.
Also Known As
Tahtaci kekigi
References (1)
- Ertug, F, Yenen Bitkiler. Resimli Türkiye Florası -I- Flora of Turkey - Ethnobotany supplement
