Za'atar or Zaatar (Origanum syriacum) Also called Syrian oregano, Lebanese Oregano, Arabic Oregano or Bible Hyssop. One of the main ingredients in the spice mixture Zaatar used extensively in middle eastern cuisine. Strong spicy fragrance and flavor hinting of oregano, thyme, and marjoram. Similar to oregano in growth habit and spread. Drought and heat tolerant once established, tolerant of poor soils. Tender perennial zone 8-10. Live plant in 3 inch container. |
