dittany of Crete

Overview

Origanum dictamnus, also known as Dittany of Crete, is an evergreen shrub native to the island of Crete and other Mediterranean countries. It has a special place in traditional medicine due to its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and pain relieving properties. The shrub boasts an array of small, pink flowers with pointed petals that bloom in the summer. The leaves are highly aromatic, giving off a slightly sweet scent. The plant's name comes from the ancient Greek myth wherein Zeus rescued his beloved son Dionysus from Mount Dicte on the island of Crete, and the nymphs of the mountain presented him with Dittany of Crete.

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