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Oregano

Origanum vulgare

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Asia (India, Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Peru).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Origanum vulgare (Oregano)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish orégano

French origan

German Dost

Portuguese manjerona-selvagem

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Oregano?

The scientific name of Oregano is Origanum vulgare. It belongs to the genus Origanum.

Where does Oregano live?

Oregano is found in Widely distributed across Asia (India, Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Peru).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Denmark, Finland, India, Malta, Norway.

What family does Oregano belong to?

Oregano (Origanum vulgare) belongs to the genus Origanum, which is part of the taxonomic family Lamiaceae.

What kingdom does Oregano belong to?

Oregano (Origanum vulgare) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Oregano?

The closest relatives of Oregano in the genus Origanum include Cretan dittany, Ehrenberg's Marjoram, Lebanon Oregano, Sweet marjoram, Turkish oregano.