Status:
valid
Authors:
Cambess.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Hist. Nat. 14: 296 (1827)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260661
Common Names
- Majorican Oregano
- Majorican Marjoram
- Majorican Wild Marjoram
Synonyms
- Origanum lusitanicum Rouy [unknown]
- Origanum majoricum lusitanicum (Rouy) Nyman [unknown]
Description
Origanum majoricum (also called 'Majorcan 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 majoricum is used as an ornamental plant and has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Origanum majoricum has small white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Origanum majoricum 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 majoricum
Origanum majoricum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Origanum majoricum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Origanum majoricum?
Origanum majoricum
What is the common name of Origanum majoricum?
Majorcan oregano
Where is Origanum majoricum native to?
Origanum majoricum 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,