Cuban oregano has lovely, fragrant leaves that are easy to grow. What is oregano from Cuba? Also called Mexican mint, Indian borage, and Spanish thyme, it is a succulent belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Although it has an aroma similar to actual oreganos, it is not a legitimate member of the Origanum family. Cuban oregano has several culinary and traditional purposes. It features white-edged, fragrant, velvety leaves as well as pink, white, and lavender trumpet-shaped blooms. Once established, it requires almost no upkeep. It produces a beautiful appearance in a container garden due to its quick growth. Use caution while using this potent seasoning as the strong menthol or camphor aroma of the crushed leaves intensifies.