Marjoram in French is pronounced Marjolaine. Marjoram’s botanical name is Origanum Majorana. The name marjoram comes from the old French Marjorane which came from the Latin Majorana.

Often called garden oregano, marjolaine des Jardins, marjolaine officinale or marjolaine a coquilles.

It’s a cold-sensitive perennial herb that has pine and citrus flavors that make it very popular with chefs. It spreads prolifically so is usually grown in pots to prevent it from taking over the garden and is part of the Lamiaceae family.