Marjoram

Marjoram in Ancient Egypt


 * Egyptian Name:**

//Sft// or //Sm Sbk// ("Herb of Sobek")

A common herb in Egyptian gardens, marjoram was valued for its fragrance and used in perfumery. A sacred plant of the god Sobek, it was also used in cooking, and added to salads. Marjoram was a favorite in bouquets and wreaths which draped mummies. Pliny thought the Egyptian marjoram was superior to all other varieties.

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