Arboretum in Northeast Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Origanum vulgare

Wild Marjoram

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), January 17, 2020

1. Origanum vulgare Marker

Inscription. The leaves are steam distilled to produce an oil that has a spicy, aromatic scent. The early Greeks, Egyptians, and Arabs all used it in their perfumes. Today, it appears in many perfumes and soaps, especially men's fragrances. The leaves and flowering tops are also used in potpourri.

Erected by U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Horticulture & Forestry • Industry & Commerce.

Location. 38° 54.663′ N, 76° 58.189′ W. Marker is in Northeast Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in Arboretum. Marker can be reached from Eagle Nest Road Northeast, 0.1 miles south of Meadow Road Northeast, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Washington DC 20002, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Dianthus plumarius (here, next to this marker); Dianthus caryophyllus (here, next to this marker); Valeriana officinalis (here, next to this marker); Rosmarinus officinalis (here, next to this marker); Matthiola incana (a few steps from this marker); Plumeria rubra (a few steps from this marker); Mentha spp.

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(a few steps from this marker); Acorus calamus (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Northeast Washington.

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Credits. This page was last revised on January 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 18, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 81 times since then and 13 times this year. Photo 1. submitted on January 18, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.