Dittany of Crete is a herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. The botanical name of the plant is Origanum dictamnus and it has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties. The plant is also known by other names such as dittany, Cretan dittany and hop marjoram. The leaves and flowers of the plant are used for making teas, tinctures and extracts. The plant is also used in cooking as a seasoning. Other synonyms for dittany of Crete include Cretan hop marjoram, Eronda, and dictamnus. The plant is known for its soothing and calming properties and is sometimes used to treat anxiety and insomnia.