Origanum syriacum Bible hyssop (Labiatae)

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Origanum syriacum
Bible hyssop
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The Origanum syriacum plant species is found in S. europe - E. Mediterranean to W. Asia. It is a member of the Labiatae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Bible hyssop.

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Latin Name:  Origanum syriacum
Common Name:  Bible hyssop
Family:  Labiatae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Calcareous rocks and slopes, often in partial shade, 200 - 2700 metres in Turkey[93].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a rather dry, warm, well-drained soil, but is not fussy as to soil type, thriving on chalk[1]. Prefers slightly alkaline conditions[1]. This species is not hardy in the colder areas of Britain, it tolerates temperatures down to between -5 and -10°c[200]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer[233].

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