Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vulgare
ID:
261433

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260765

Common Names

  • Origanum vulgare
  • Vulgare Origanum
  • Oregano

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Synonyms

  • Origanum americanum Raf. [unknown]
  • Origanum floridum Salisb. [unknown]
  • Origanum heracleoticum Rchb. [unknown]
  • Origanum majus Garsault [unknown]
  • Origanum megastachyum hirtum Schur [unknown]
  • Origanum puberulum (Beck) Klokov [unknown]
  • Origanum purpurescens Gilib. [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare prismaticum Gaudin [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare puberulum Beck [unknown]
  • Thymus origanum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare heracleoticum Nyman [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare creticum (L.) Nyman [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare thymiflorum (Rchb.) Nyman [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare albiflorum Lej. [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare pallescens Tinant [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare albidum Bellynck [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare humile (Pers.) Lej. [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare pallidum Beckh. [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare humile Pers. [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare album Fraas [unknown]
  • Origanum hirtum albiflorum Hausskn. [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare carneum Beckh. [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare glabrescens Beck [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare creticum (L.) Briq. [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare purpurascens Briq. [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare spiculigerum Briq. [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare formosanum Hayata [unknown]
  • Origanum vulgare viride (Boiss.) Hayek [unknown]
  • Origanum creticum Lour. [unknown]

Description

Origanum vulgare (also called Wild 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 vulgare 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Origanum vulgare sub. glandulosum (Desf.) Ietsw.
Origanum vulgare sub. gracile (K.Koch) Ietsw.
Origanum vulgare sub. hirtum (Link) Ietsw.
Origanum vulgare sub. virens (Hoffmanns. & Link) Ietsw.
Origanum vulgare sub. viridulum (Martrin-Donos) Nyman
Origanum vulgare sub. vulgare

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Origanum vulgare has small, white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round with a black color. The seedlings are small and thin with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Origanum vulgare is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location in well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It can be pruned back after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Origanum vulgare

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

Origanum vulgare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Origanum vulgare?

Origanum vulgare

What is the common name of Origanum vulgare?

Common Oregano

What type of plant is Origanum vulgare?

Herbaceous Plant

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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