Marjoram (Origanum majorana)
Marjoram (Origanum majorana) is a perennial herb belonging to the mint family (Lamiaceae). It’s widely used in the culinary, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries for its delicate fragrance and therapeutic properties. Egypt’s fertile soils and dry climate provide ideal growing conditions, producing a high-quality herb with superior volatile oil content and strong organoleptic characteristics.
Applications
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Culinary: Adds flavor and aroma to sauces, meats, soups, and Mediterranean spice blends.
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Herbal Teas & Infusions: Known for its soothing, digestive, and calming effects.
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Essential Oil Extraction: Used in aromatherapy, perfumery, and natural cosmetics.
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Pharmaceuticals: Valued for antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Key Benefits
- Supports Digestive Health – Marjoram helps stimulate digestion and reduce bloating, gas, and cramps.
- Calming & Relaxing Effects – Known for its mild sedative properties, marjoram is often used in herbal teas to relieve stress, anxiety, and insomnia.
- Anti-Inflammatory & Pain Relief – Contains carvacrol and thymol, compounds known to reduce inflammation and soothe muscle pain.
- Antimicrobial Properties – Its essential oils have natural antibacterial and antifungal effects, supporting immune function and food preservation.
- Rich in Antioxidants – Helps protect the body against free radicals, promoting overall well-being and longevity.
Origin & Quality
- Origin: Egypt
- Processing: Naturally air-dried or mechanically dried. Hand-selected and finely milled to ensure purity and nutrient content
- Certifications: ISO, HACCP, and Organic certifications available
- Cultivation type: Organic or conventional
- Product purity: Depending on client requirements we can provide purity between 95% – 99%.
- Complies with EU food safety and phytosanitary regulations
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