Dittany of Crete is a native plant of Crete and belongs to the family Lamiaceae and the genus origanum.



The ancient Greeks considered it a panacea and used it in folk medicine.



Also known on the island as erontas, stop grass or pitcher grass seems to have been used already by the Minoans



It grows naturally on the island of Crete but is cultivated for its wonderful tea, as a spice, and as spice.



The plant is given various names, among them, the dittany comes from the Greek words "Dikti" and "bush".



The term "Network" refers to the name of the Cretan Mountain where Zeus was raised by the goat Amalthea and the term "bush" in Greek refers to a bush.



History



The diktam of Crete is precious and blooms in the summer months. It is exported for use in perfumery, pharmaceuticals and for flavoring beverages such as absinthe and vermouth.



In Ancient Greece, the plant is prescribed as a treatment for various diseases. It is useful for stomach aches and digestive problems and is also used as a poultice for wounds and promotes menstruation.



It is cultivated in Emparos and the surrounding villages, south of Heraklion, Crete, it is used for the preparation of herbal tea but also in natural beauty products.