Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minoanum
ID:
261344

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.H.Davis

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 21: 137 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260676

Common Names

  • Minoan Oregano
  • Minoan Marjoram
  • Minoan Wild Marjoram

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Synonyms

  • Majorana leptoclados Rech.f. [unknown]

Description

Origanum minoanum (also called 'Minoan 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 minoanum is used as an ornamental plant and has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Origanum minoanum has small white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Origanum minoanum is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in late spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and planted in moist, well-drained soil. The plant can also be divided in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Origanum minoanum

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

Origanum minoanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Origanum minoanum?

Origanum minoanum

What is the common name of Origanum minoanum?

Minoan oregano

Where is Origanum minoanum native to?

Origanum minoanum is native to the Mediterranean region

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-143870: Based on the initial data import
Peter Hadland Davis (1918-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Davis' in the authors string.