Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
floribundum
ID:
261269

Status:
valid

Authors:
Munby

Source:
wcs

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 2: 286 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260601

Common Names

  • Floribund Oregano
  • Floribund Marjoram
  • Floribund Wild Marjoram

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Synonyms

  • Origanum cinereum de Noé [unknown]

Description

Origanum floribundum (also called 'Cretan oregano', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, ovate-lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in summer. It grows in rocky and dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Origanum floribundum 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 floribundum 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Origanum floribundum 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 floribundum

Origanum floribundum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Origanum floribundum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Origanum floribundum?

Origanum floribundum

What is the common name of Origanum floribundum?

Floribund Marjoram

What is the habitat of Origanum floribundum?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-143800: Based on the initial data import
Giles Munby (1813-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munby' in the authors string.