Round-leaved oregano (Origanum rotundifolium)

Round-leaved oregano (Origanum rotundifolium) is a perennial plant that can grow 10cm – 50cm tall and 10cm – 50cm wide.

This plant is commonly known as round-leaved oregano.

This is a deciduous plant that takes 2-5 years to reach full maturity.

Plant profile

Common name: round-leaved oregano
Scientific name: Origanum rotundifolium
Plant type: Perennials
Habit: Bushy
Height: 10cm – 50cm
Spread: 10cm – 50cm
Foliage: Deciduous
Sunlight: Full Sun
Soil: Chalk
Moisture: Well drained
Garden type: City & Courtyard Gardens, Coastal, Mediterranean Garden, Patio & Container Garden, Rock & Gravel Garden, Wildlife Gardens
Other characteristics: RHS Award of Garden Merit

Seasonal colors

How to plant Round-leaved oregano (Origanum rotundifolium) – Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Cultivation profiles – Growing Round-leaved oregano (Origanum rotundifolium) – Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons