Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lirium
ID:
261319

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heldr. ex Halácsy

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Verh. K. K. Zool.-Bot. Ges. Wien 49: 192 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260651



Common Names

  • Lirium Oregano
  • Lirium Marjoram
  • Lirium Wild Marjoram


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Synonyms

  • Amaracus lirius Hayek [unknown]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Origanum lirium 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 lirium 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 lirium

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

Origanum lirium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Origanum lirium?

Origanum lirium

What is the common name of Origanum lirium?

Lily-Leaved Marjoram

What type of plant is Origanum lirium?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-143847: Based on the initial data import
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.
Eugen von Halácsy (1842-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halácsy' in the authors string.