Virens Origanum (Origanum virens)

Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The leaves are used as a spice. — The leaves are used as a spice.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry places, field verges and hedges. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)