Marjoram belongs to the Labiatae family such as Salvia officinalis or savory; it is native to western Asia and north-east Africa where it grows spontaneously as perennial grass. In Egypt it is only cultivated as it requires sunlight and warm temperatures. It is used in food processing industry, in the production of liqueurs and spirits, for perfumes.
Our offer includes: marjoram leaves 30 mesh, 1 mm and powder, powder, cut, fine cut (crush – as well, any cut according to the client demand and specification.
Specifications:
Country of Origin: Egypt
Drying of two types: Solar drying and industrial drying (available to us)
Color: Green
Packing: bags of 7 kg for the marjoram crush
Weight:
Filling inside the container: 20″ container load:
- 500 bags of marjoram crush, each carton contains 7 kg (3500-kg).
Price: best price in the market (competitive price)
Quality Grade: we can meet all the needs at the behest of the client (similar to the sample sent to you)
The date of receipt of the goods: Based on the item agreed upon in the contract of sale.
Varieties
Marjoram belongs to the same Family of oregano, with very similar features. It is native to North Africa, where most of the world production comes from. It is one of the semi-spontaneous herbs and is traditionally spread in uncultivated areas and on street- edges in all Mediterranean countries. It is mainly grown in Egypt, but also in Greece, Hungary, United States and other countries.
Food Composition
Marjoram contains tannins, pentosans, active ingredients. Essential oils, synthesized by the plant during flowering, are rich in alpha-and beta-pinene, ocimene, limonene and other active components.
Culinary uses
Marjoram is used in several recipes: stews, meatballs, stuffings, fish, vegetables, sauces, salads and in aromatic oils and vinegars (like chilli). As well as juniper berries, used to soothe cough, marjoram can be found in herbal teas and in spirits, such as liquor and vermouth.
Medical uses
Marjoram has diuretic, digestive and stimulant properties.It has healing effects in cases of hysteria, epilepsy and intestinal colic. Inhaling marjoram steam can help in case of colds, coughs. Marjoram is also used as mouthwash for a gentle disinfectant action.
Preservation
Marjoram is stored in cool, ventilated, poorly lit and dry premises