Growing Cuban Oregano In My Potted Garden.

Cuban Oregano 

Cuban Oregano also known by other names like Indian Borage,Indian Mint,Mexican Mint,Mexican Oregano,Spanish Thyme,Big Leaf Thyme  etc

                                      Close up the leaves of the Cuban Oregano plant.

Cuban Oregano is a succulent herb with a scent similar to Oregano,though Cuban Oregano is not real Oregano it belongs to the Mint Family.The leaves are thick, fleshy,succulent and fuzzy with a pretty sawtooth pattern .

                                           

Cuban Oregano grows well in a spot that receives ample of  sun light and it needs well draining soil no fertilization required for this plant just water it regularly and it thrives its a fuss free hardy plant and grows quickly.Cuban Oregano can be propagated by stem cuttings that can be sown directly into potting mix or place in water till the stems root and then transplant into a pot or container.

A Stem Cutting Placed Directly In some soil that has rooted

Used In Traditional Folk Medicine and Ayurveda the herb has properties that can help in relieving nasal congestion,cold,cough,sore throats.and a range of other ailments like flatulence,infections etc.The leaves can be boiled in water and can be had mixed with lemon juice and rock candy.

  Cuban Oregano Leaves can be used to flavor poultry and meats.In India the leaves are dipped into a batter made with gram flour and are deep fried to perfection.It can also be added to stuffing's, soups,tomato sauce made for pasta or pizza and also in stews.

   If not to used as a herb the plant can be grown simply as a garden plant just for its attractive looking    foliage and tiny purple flowers that attract a lot of bees.The Plant is also known as Coleus        Aromaticus because the leaves look similar to those of the Coleus plant.