Is kekik always the same plant?

Not necessarily. Common names repeat across languages and regions. FloraLexicon shows which species are tied to this label in the current data; more than one row means the name is ambiguous here.

What is kekik in a given country?

It varies by country and language. Use the region selector on this page to bias results toward name records from that area, then rely on the scientific name for a stable ID.

Which scientific species are linked to kekik?

Every indexed species appears in the possible matches above, with countries and uses. When you see more than one plant, the same common name is used for different species in different regions—use scientific names and region context to choose the right one.

Is kekik used in traditional remedies?

Our dataset may list teas, medicinal, ritual, or culinary uses for linked species. That is informational only: common names are not enough to identify a plant safely—verify with qualified sources before any health-related use.

How is "kekik" called in different countries?

Most commonly refers to:

Origanum vulgare

Most likely match

Common names: Kekik · Oregano · Origano · Орегано · Almindelig merian · Bergmynte

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Also used for (less common)

Thymus vulgaris

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Safety information

Safety depends on the exact species, plant part, preparation, and individual context. FloraLexicon does not give medical, nutritional, or toxicity guidance; consult qualified professionals and trusted references.

Frequently asked questions

Is kekik always the same plant?: Not necessarily. Common names repeat across languages and regions. FloraLexicon shows which species are tied to this label in the current data; more than one row means the name is ambiguous here.
What is kekik in a given country?: It varies by country and language. Use the region selector on this page to bias results toward name records from that area, then rely on the scientific name for a stable ID.
Which scientific species are linked to kekik?: Every indexed species appears in the possible matches above, with countries and uses. When you see more than one plant, the same common name is used for different species in different regions—use scientific names and region context to choose the right one.
Is kekik used in traditional remedies?: Our dataset may list teas, medicinal, ritual, or culinary uses for linked species. That is informational only: common names are not enough to identify a plant safely—verify with qualified sources before any health-related use.
Is kekik safe?: Safety depends on the exact species, plant part, preparation, and individual context. FloraLexicon does not give medical, nutritional, or toxicity guidance; consult qualified professionals and trusted references.

Evidence

‘kekik’ is a common plant name in this index, with linked species shown below.

How is "kekik" called in different countries?

Origanum vulgare

Also used for (less common)

Country breakdown

Worldwide common names (by writing system)

Common names

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Common names

Other scripts

Other names for these plants

Origanum vulgare

Thymus vulgaris

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