Marjoram is an ancient medicinal plant that was cultivated by the ancient Egyptians. It is said to have been brought to Europe from Jerusalem during the Crusades, and since the 16th century it has been used both in cooking and in home remedies.
It is usually an annual herb of the Lamiaceae family, about 40 cm tall, with straight leafy stems and white or pale pink small flowers that form round spikes. The whole plant is strongly aromatic. Marjoram contains tannins, bitter compounds, and essential oils. It has a strong camphor scent and a spicy, bitter taste.
It accelerates and aids digestion by increasing the production of gastric juices, relieves cramps, calms (in large doses it has a mildly narcotic effect) and has a mild diuretic and cholagogue effect. It is added to syrups and ointments, is effective against flatulence and is used in nerve-strengthening baths.
The package contains 1100 seeds.