Oregano vs. Zaatar — What's the Difference?

Oregano (US: , UK: ; Origanum vulgare) is a species of flowering plant in the mint family Lamiaceae. It was native to the Mediterranean region, but widely naturalised elsewhere in the temperate Northern Hemisphere.

A Middle Eastern mixture of herbs and spices typically containing thyme and marjoram or oregano along with sumac, sesame seeds, salt, and other ingredients.

A perennial Eurasian herb (Origanum vulgare) in the mint family, having aromatic leaves. Also called wild marjoram.

A particular herb, similar in flavor to thyme or oregano, used in Arab and Israeli cuisine, made from various Middle Eastern herbs.

The leaves of this plant used as a seasoning.

A Middle Eastern seasoning, having the herb as the main ingredient, with sumac (or other tart-flavored equivalent) and sesame seeds.

A herb of the mint family, Origanum vulgare, having aromatic leaves.

Other herbs with a similar flavor, including other species in the genus Origanum, and Mexican oregano, Lippia graveolens

The leaves of these plants used in flavouring food.

Aromatic Eurasian perennial

Pungent leaves used as seasoning with meats and fowl and in stews and soups and omelets