Origanum vulgare

Common Oregano

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Mediterranean perennial herb with aromatic grey-green leaves and small pink-purple flowers. Widely cultivated as a culinary spice for robust flavor profiles.
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Plant Details

Common Name Common Oregano
Family Lamiaceae
Genus Origanum
Species Vulgare
Origin Mediterranean Basin
Blooming Summer to early autumn, small tubular flowers in clusters.
Leaf Color Grey-green to dark green
Sunlight Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy loam or potting mix with perlite. pH 6.0-7.5.

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Watering

Allow soil to dry between waterings. Sensitive to root rot; reduce frequency in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun (minimum 6 hours daily) for optimal growth and oil production.

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Fertilization

Low nutrient needs. Apply diluted balanced fertilizer monthly during active growing season only.

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Pruning

Harvest regularly to encourage bushiness. Trim back hard after flowering.

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 5 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 86°
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Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
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Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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