Mexican Oregano - Botanical Name:(Lippia graveolens) Origin: Mexico Native to the southwestern USA, Mexico and Central America , Mexican oregano has a very different flavor profile than Mediterranean oregano. It is more pungent and has a robust, citrus-like flavor that stands up well to the stronger flavors used in Mexican cooking.Mexican oregano is very compatible with chili powder, chili peppers, cumin, garlic, and onion. As a culinary ingredient, dried mexican oregano leaves are typically used in traditional Mexican cuisine such as enchiladas, tamales, tacos, posoles, stews, soups. Try adding our highly aromatic organic mexican dried oregano leaves to chicken tacos, hearty chili soup, or black bean dishes and enjoy its distinctive flavor. Note: Our highly aromatic dried mexican oregano leaves come packed in a white kraft tin tie bag. Enjoy!