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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Marjoram |
| Scientific name | Origanum majorana |
| Family / Genus | Lamiaceae / — |
| Produce category | Herb |
| Produce subcategory | Culinary Herb |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| AGROVOC URI | c_4682 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 10.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sweet Marjoram | 70% | The classic and most common type, known for its mild, sweet, and slightly floral flavor. Features small, velvety, oval grey-green leaves and a bushy growth habit, typically reaching 1-2 feet tall. |
| French Marjoram | 15% | Often a selection of Sweet Marjoram, distinguished by a slightly more intense, spicier aroma and flavor. It is highly valued for culinary applications. |
| Golden Marjoram | 8% | A visually striking variety with bright golden-yellow foliage, especially vibrant in full sun. Its flavor is generally milder than the green varieties, making it popular for both culinary use and orna |
| Dwarf Marjoram (‘Compactum’) | 5% | Characterized by a compact, mounding growth habit, typically growing 6-10 inches tall. It’s an excellent choice for containers, rock gardens, or as an edging plant, with a flavor profile similar to st |
| Variegated Marjoram (‘Variegata’) | 2% | Features green leaves adorned with creamy white or yellow variegation, adding significant visual interest to herb gardens. Its flavor is generally consistent with Sweet Marjoram, though it’s often gro |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Freezing point: 30.5°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 4 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | low |
| Sensitivity class | moderate |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Store away from ethylene-producing fruits and vegetables.
Mixed-load compatibility
Ethylene-sensitive, moderate odor emitter/absorber. Avoid strong odor producers/absorbers and high ethylene producers.
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? Yes
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Increasing, driven by culinary trends, health consciousness, and ethnic food popularity.
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -1.2 |
| Income elasticity | 0.7 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -1.8 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Sweet Marjoram | 100% |
Pack sizes
- 0.75 oz
- 1 oz
- 4 oz
- 1 lb
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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