Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acutidens
ID:
261196

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hand.-Mazz.) Ietsw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Leiden Bot. Ser. 4: 62 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260528



Common Names

  • Origanum acutidens
  • Acutidens Origanum
  • Sharp-toothed Marjoram


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Synonyms

  • Amaracus haussknechtii acutidens Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]

Description

Origanum acutidens (also called Acutidens, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single stem and a rounded crown with a dense foliage of evergreen leaves. It grows in dry deciduous forests and in dry thickets at low elevations.

Uses & Benefits

Origanum acutidens is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Origanum acutidens has small, white flowers with yellow lips. Its seeds are round and black in color. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Origanum acutidens is a shrub native to the Andes mountains. It is hardy in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings, but seeds can also be used.

Where to Find Origanum acutidens

Origanum acutidens can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Origanum acutidens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Origanum acutidens?

Origanum acutidens

What is the common name of Origanum acutidens?

Sharp-toothed Origanum

What is the family of Origanum acutidens?

Lamiaceae

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-143734: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.
Jaan H. Ietswaart (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ietsw.' in the authors string.