Origanum vulgare
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Origanum vulgare
Also known as:
Oregano, Pot Marjoram
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer, Soil
Format:
Smal
Height:
0.60 m
Width:
0.80 m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
4-10
Soil Moisture:
Permeable, Moist
Permeable, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Tea
Leaves, Tea
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Dye, Ethereal oil, Parasiticide, Repellent, Bee plant, Ground cover, Fragrant
Dye, Ethereal oil, Parasiticide, Repellent, Bee plant, Ground cover, Fragrant
Description
Leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked as a vegetable. Oregano is an important herb in Mediterranean cuisine and is often used instead of fresh oregano in dishes. The leaves are commonly used in salad dressings, vegetables, legumes, and in dishes with chili peppers, garlic, and onions. It is common for commercially available dried oregano to come from different plants such as Lippia graveolens, L. Palmeri, and Origanum Syriacum, which are not related to the oregano plant. The dried leaves and flowering stems can be used to make herbal tea.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/07
End of Harvest:
31/08
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Asimina triloba Papaw |
Attracts beneficial insects that help control pests. |
|
Diospyros lotus Date Plum |
Provides shade and helps retain moisture in the soil. |
|
Prunus cerasus Sour cherry |
Enhances flavor and health benefits of neighboring plants. |
|
Diospyros virginiana American Persimmon |
Improves soil structure and nutrient levels through root systems. |
|
Corylus avellana Hazel |
Provides wind protection and supports wildlife. |
|
Corylus maxima Filbert |
Acts as a support plant for climbing species, facilitating growth. |
|
Thymus serpyllum Wild Thyme |
Enhances pollinator attraction and serves as a ground cover. |
|
Ribes sanguineum Flowering Currant, Blood currant |
Adds diversity and attracts different species of pollinators. |
|
Gleditsia triacanthos Honey Locust |
Helps fix nitrogen in the soil, improving nutrient availability for all plants. |
|
Fragaria vesca Wild strawberry |
Supports soil health and adds edible ground cover. |