Dittany of Crete

Origanum dictamnus, Lamiaceae

Zones

8–10

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorPest ConfuserGround CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

7 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Stemless Carline ThistleCarlina acaulis

Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Spanish GorseGenista hispanica

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

OrpineSedum telephium

Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Mountain GermanderTeucrium montanum

Related aromatic herbs in Lamiaceae can produce competing allelopathic volatile compounds

Bastard BalmMelittis melissophyllum

Both aromatic Lamiaceae species produce volatile compounds that can be mutually inhibitory in close proximity

Uses

Functions

Rock Garden PlantAromatic HerbMedicinal PlantXerophytic Landscaping

Edible Parts

LeavesFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Wound HealingDigestive AidAntimicrobialTraditional Greek Medicine

Common Questions

What zones does Dittany of Crete grow in?

Dittany of Crete grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Dittany of Crete?

Good companions for Dittany of Crete include Stemless Carline Thistle, Spanish Gorse, Orpine.

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