Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 4: 551 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260595
Common Names
- Ehrenberg's Oregano
- Ehrenberg's Marjoram
- Ehrenberg's Wild Marjoram
Description
Origanum ehrenbergii (also called Ehrenberg's Marjoram, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rounded shape and can grow up to 1 m tall. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Origanum ehrenbergii is used as an ornamental plant and has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Origanum ehrenbergii is white and small. The seed is small and round with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Origanum ehrenbergii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Origanum ehrenbergii
Origanum ehrenbergii can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Origanum ehrenbergii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Origanum ehrenbergii?
Origanum ehrenbergii
What is the common name of Origanum ehrenbergii?
Ehrenberg's Marjoram
What is the habitat of Origanum ehrenbergii?
It is found in the high Andes of Peru, Bolivia, and Chile
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,