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Cuban oregano (Coleus amboinicus) is a semi-succulent perennial plant in the mint family Lamiaceae, native to parts of Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, and India. It grows up to 1 metre tall with fleshy stems and broad, egg-shaped leaves that are thickly studded with hairs. The plant has a pungent oregano-like flavor and aroma, described as a combination of oregano, thyme, and turpentine, and is widely cultivated in tropical regions as both a spice and ornamental plant.
Monarda didyma
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A fellow Lamiaceae — similar growing habits to Cuban Oregano
Water: Medium · Height: 100 cm · Soil: Well-draining soil; tolerates a range of soil types
