Origanum rotundifolium

Round-Leaved Oregano

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Common Name:

Round-Leaved Oregano

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Round-Leaved Oregano (Origanum rotundifolium) - Description

Origanum rotundifolium (round-leaved oregano) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae, native to Turkey, Armenia and Georgia. It is a small woody-based perennial or subshrub growing to 10–30 cm (4–12 in) tall by 30 cm (12 in) wide, with strongly aromatic leaves, and loose clusters of pink flowers with hop-like pale green bracts, throughout the summer.

Round-Leaved Oregano (Origanum rotundifolium) - Blooming

Blooms 2-lipped flowers surrounded by brightly hued bracts.

Round-Leaved Oregano (Origanum rotundifolium) - Growth

Rhizomatous, summer-flowering, herbaceous perennials and deciduous and evergreen subshrubs. Origanum does better if it is planted in full sun. Plant height varies depending on variety. Some species can grow to approx. 3 ft. tall. Has aromatic leaves. Many Origanum species, like O. dictamnus, O. majorana, and O. onites are useful in the culinary world as herbs. Small species of Origanum work best in a rock garden, scree bed, or alpine house. Larger plants make nice additions to a herb garden or herbaceous border. Origanum attracts bees and other insects.

Round-Leaved Oregano (Origanum rotundifolium) - Planting

Propagate from the seed. Sow in containers in a cold frame in fall. In spring, sow at 50-55°F (10-13°C). Conduct division in spring, or root basal cuttings in late spring.

Round-Leaved Oregano (Origanum rotundifolium) - Pest

Aphids and spider mites. Also prone to root and stem rots.

Round-Leaved Oregano (Origanum rotundifolium) - Interesting facts

Origanum is native to open habitats including mountains in the Mediterranean and South Western Asia.

Round-Leaved Oregano (Origanum rotundifolium) - Soil and irrigation

Origanums are not fussy about soil type and require only a little water. Does best in poor to medium rich, alkaline soil with good drainage. Dwarf perennials and subshrubs prefer free-draining soil. In an alpine house, grow Origanum in an equal mixture of loam, leaf mold, and sharp sand.