Origanum vulgare hirtum Greek oregano (Labiatae)

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Origanum vulgare hirtum
Greek oregano
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The Origanum vulgare hirtum plant species is found in S. Europe - Greece. It is a member of the Labiatae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Greek oregano.

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Latin Name:  Origanum vulgare hirtum
Common Name:  Greek oregano
Family:  Labiatae
Author:  (Link.)Iets.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  0.6

Habitat:  Not known

General Uses: An essential oil from the plant is used as a food flavouring, in soaps and perfumery[115, 171]. A red or purple dye is obtained from the flowering tops[4, 7, 13, 100], it is neither brilliant nor durable[115]. The plant repels ants[46]. A useful ground cover for sunny positions, forming a slowly spreading clump[197, K].

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