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Q.Why does my oregano plant smell like peppermint?

Zone 7a | Anonymous added on May 20, 2015 | Answered

When I cut oregano to dry, it smells minty. Why?

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Downtoearthdigs
Answered on May 20, 2015

Oregano is a genus of the mint family, so you are smelling a hint of mint!

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/oregano/learn-how-to-grow-oregano.htm

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