Re: [gardeners] cuban oregano
Catharine Vinson (gardeners@globalgarden.com)
Sun, 19 Apr 1998 16:20:50 +0000
Margaret wrpte"
> I did just notice that Richters carries Cuban oregano that they identify as
> a Plectranthus sp., catalog says "scent reminiscent of oregano, but it is
> not used in cooking." Hmmm. The plot, at least, thickens. Margaret
This is the variety I know as Cuban Oregano. It's a great ornamental but
I've been given to understand that it is definitely not a culinary
variety. The leaves are thick and fleshy....like a Sedum. Not something
I'd use in cooking.
Catharine