Italian oregano
Origanum × majoricum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Italian oregano, scientifically known as Origanum × majoricum, is a potent culinary and medicinal herb. Renowned for its aromatic oils, it possesses powerful antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties. Often used to support digestive health and bolster the immune system, this versatile plant remains a staple in holistic wellness practices.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Italian Oregano · Hardy Sweet Marjoram
- Scientific synonyms
- Origanum × Majoricum Var. Lusitanicum · Majorana × Majorica · 7 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Italian oregano
- hardy sweet marjoram
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Origanum × majoricumSynonyms
- Origanum × majoricum var. lusitanicum
- Majorana × majorica
- Origanum × applii subsp. majoricum
- Amaracus × majorica
- Origanum × majoricum subvar. acinifolium
- Origanum × balearicum
- Origanum × acinifolium
- Origanum × paui
- Origanum × lusitanicum
Sources: Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales and family Lamiaceae, it is classified under the genus Origanum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Origanum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily located within the region of Southwestern Europe. Its specific distribution can be traced across several distinct territories. For instance, it is found throughout the Balearic Islands. Furthermore, the species is present in the coastal and inland areas of Portugal. Finally, it is also widely distributed across the various landscapes of Spain.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Origanum × majoricum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include rosmarinic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| rosmarinic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
rosmarinic acid
- Journal of agricultural and food chemistry