Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
onites
ID:
261359

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 590 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260691

Common Names

  • Onites Oregano
  • Onites Marjoram
  • Onites Wild Marjoram

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Synonyms

  • Majorana cretica Mill. [unknown]
  • Majorana onites Benth. [unknown]
  • Majorana orega Briq. [unknown]
  • Majorana oreja Walp. [unknown]
  • Majorana smyrnaea (L.) T.Nees [unknown]
  • Onites tomentosus Raf. [unknown]
  • Origanum album Salisb. [unknown]
  • Origanum heracleoticum W.D.J.Koch [unknown]
  • Origanum orega Vogel [unknown]
  • Origanum pallidum Desf. [unknown]
  • Origanum smyrnaeum L. [unknown]
  • Origanum tragoriganum Zucc. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Schizocalyx smyrnaeus (L.) Scheele [unknown]

Description

Origanum onites (also called Pot Marjoram, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it grows in rocky and grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Origanum onites is used as a culinary herb, as an ornamental plant, and for its essential oils. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive problems, respiratory problems, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Origanum onites 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 onites 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 onites

Origanum onites is native to the Mediterranean region, particularly in Turkey, Greece, and the Middle East.

Origanum onites FAQ

What is the scientific name of Origanum onites?

Origanum onites

What is the common name of Origanum onites?

Onion-scented oregano

Where is Origanum onites native to?

Origanum onites 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,

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