Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
officinalis
ID:
217876

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 569 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217205



Common Names

  • Hyssopus officinalis
  • Common Hyssop
  • Garden Hyssop


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Synonyms

  • Hyssopus officinalis angustifolius (M.Bieb.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Hyssopus officinalis borealis Domin [unknown]
  • Hyssopus officinalis latifolius Fisch. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Hyssopus schleicheri G.Don ex Loudon [unknown]
  • Thymus hyssopus E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Hyssopus officinalis decussata Pers. [unknown]
  • Hyssopus officinalis decumbens (Jord. & Fourr.) Briq. [unknown]
  • Hyssopus officinalis officinalis [unknown]

Description

Hyssopus officinalis (also called Common Hyssop, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It grows to a height of 1-2 m and has a woody stem with small, fragrant, white flowers. It prefers dry, rocky soils and can be found in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hyssopus officinalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hyssopus officinalis sub. aristatus (Godr.) Nyman
Hyssopus officinalis sub. canescens (DC.) Nyman
Hyssopus officinalis sub. montanus (Jord. & Fourr.) Briq.
Hyssopus officinalis sub. officinalis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hyssopus officinalis has small, white, tubular flowers with two petals and a two-lobed calyx. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyssopus officinalis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.

Where to Find Hyssopus officinalis

Hyssopus officinalis is native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, often in open areas or along roadsides.

Hyssopus officinalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyssopus officinalis?

Hyssopus officinalis

What is the common name of Hyssopus officinalis?

Common Hyssop

What is the growth habit of Hyssopus officinalis?

It is an erect shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height

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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