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Marjoram

Marjoram is cultivated for its aromatic leaves, which may be used fresh or dried for a wide range of culinary purposes. The upper portions of the plant are typically harvested as flowering begins and are dried slowly in the shade to preserve their fragrance. Marjoram is a common component of herb blends such as herbes de Provence and za’atar. The flowering tops and leaves can also be steam‑distilled to produce an essential oil that is pale yellow when fresh, gradually darkening to brown as it ages. The

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