Origanum virens
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Basic Information
Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae
Genus: origanum
Plant ID (slug): origanum-virens
Numeric ID: 24938
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Origanum virens is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
S.W. Europe.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Edible Uses: Condiment The leaves are used as a spice[177].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Origanum virens
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