Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
akhdarense
ID:
261201

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ietsw. & Boulos

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. 23: 285 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260533

Common Names

  • Origanum akhdarense
  • Akhdarense Origanum
  • Akhdarense Marjoram

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Synonyms

  • Amaracus akhdarensis (Ietsw. & Boulos) Brullo & Furnari [unknown]

Description

Origanum akhdarense (also called Akhdarense, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single stem and a rounded crown with a dense foliage of evergreen leaves. It grows in dry deciduous forests and in dry thickets at low elevations.

Uses & Benefits

Origanum akhdarense is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Origanum akhdarense has small, white flowers with yellow lips. Its seeds are round and black in color. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Origanum akhdarense is a shrub native to the Andes mountains. It is hardy in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings, but seeds can also be used.

Where to Find Origanum akhdarense

Origanum akhdarense can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Origanum akhdarense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Origanum akhdarense?

Origanum akhdarense

What is the common name of Origanum akhdarense?

Akhdare Origanum

What is the family of Origanum akhdarense?

Lamiaceae

Species in the Origanum genus

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-143739: Based on the initial data import
Loutfy Boulos (1932-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boulos' in the authors string.
Jaan H. Ietswaart (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ietsw.' in the authors string.