Bioactivities of Origanum vulgare L.: an update

Origanum vulgare L. is a plant species belonging to the Lamiaceae and native to the Mediterranean region and western Eurasia. This aromatic herb is widely used throughout the world as spice and medicinal plant, representing a remedy in various traditional healing systems. In particular, oregano essential oil, rich in C10 monoterpenes, has been extensively used and, consequently, investigated. This narrative review aims to provide an updated...