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This is a good looking plant that will thive with minimal care, just about anywhere you plant it. Since it is a succulent, it can do well even when neglected. It’s the perfect plant for someone just trying to develop a green thumb. Although it never hurts to pamper your plants a little. The plant grows easily, but doesn’t grow out of control.
Mainly grown from cuttings which will take about 10 to 14 days to root. Grows well in any soil. Not particular about fertiliz.
You can just bury a small cutting of this plant in just about any soil. This is a plant that can be planted in full sun or shade and it will still do well. You should water it to help it get established and then you can almost forget about it.
Just pick off the desired number of leaves to season whatever you are cooking. You can throw them in whole, cook your food and take them out just before serving.
These estimates for how long Cuban oregano takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.
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Some gardeners rub the crushed leaves of Cuban oregano on their skin as an insect repellent. It is also known to neutralize capsaicin, the compound in peppers that make them hot.1
The leaves of cuban oregano are thought to have anti-inflammatory properties and are traditionally used in the Ayurvedic medicine of India.2
Mexican mint, Indian borage, Spanish thyme
Plectranthus amboinicus (Lour.) Spreng.