Status:
valid
Authors:
Juss.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1789
Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. : 115 (1789)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260561
Common Names
- Caraway Pink
- Calcaratum Oregano
- Greek Oregano
Synonyms
- Origanum tournefortii [Soland.] [unknown]
- Beltokon tournefortii Raf. [unknown]
- Amaracus tournefortii Benth. [unknown]
Description
Origanum calcaratum (also called Calcaratum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single stem and a rounded crown with a dense foliage of evergreen leaves. It grows in dry deciduous forests and in dry thickets at low elevations.
Uses & Benefits
Origanum calcaratum is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Origanum calcaratum is white and small. The seed is small and round with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Origanum calcaratum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Origanum calcaratum
Origanum calcaratum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Origanum calcaratum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Origanum calcaratum?
Origanum calcaratum
What is the common name of Origanum calcaratum?
Spurred Origanum
What is the family of Origanum calcaratum?
Lamiaceae
Species in the Origanum genus
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,