Origanum vulgare Oregano (Labiatae)

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Origanum vulgare
Oregano
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The Origanum vulgare plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Labiatae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Oregano.

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Latin Name:  Origanum vulgare
Common Name:  Oregano
Family:  Labiatae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  0.75

Habitat:  Dry grassy areas and scrub, usually on calcareous soils[9, 17].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a rather dry, warm, well-drained soil in full sun, but is not fussy as to soil type, thriving on chalk[1, 27]. Prefers slightly alkaline conditions[200]. Tolerates poor soils[24]. Dislikes wet soils[37]. Hardy to about -20°c[187]. Oregano has a long history of culinary and medicinal use and is often cultivated in modern gardens as a culinary herb, there are some named varieties[183, 187, 238, 244]. Plants growing near the sea have the most fragrance[7]. A good companion plant, improving the flavour of nearby plants[201]. The flowers are very attractive to bees and butterflies[5, 30]. A good companion for the cucumber family[14], it is beneficial to all nearby plants[20]. The whole plant has a sweet yet slightly peppery aroma[245]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer[233].

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