メキシカンオレガノ
Kinh giới Mexico
Lippia graveolens
Mexican wild sage
Carvacrol and thymol together up to 60 percent. Profile close to Origanum vulgare but from a different plant family.
Dermal caution: high concentrations are irritating. Oral caution: anticoagulants and antidiabetics.
Not recommended in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
| Carvacrol | 30.0 – 60.0 % |
| Thymol | 5.0 – 25.0 % |
| p-Cymene | 8.0 – 18.0 % |
| γ-Terpinene | 2.0 – 10.0 % |
Lippia graveolens is a shrub from Mexico and Central America. Used as a local seasoning in place of European oregano in Mexican cuisine.
Despite the shared name, Lippia graveolens and Origanum vulgare belong to two different plant families, Verbenaceae and Lamiaceae. The common name reflects similar aroma and chemistry.
Family Verbenaceae.
In Mexican cuisine, Mexican oregano has a stronger and slightly more citrus character than European oregano. Pairs with mole, tamale, and grilled meats.
Limited oil production, mainly Mexico.