Hyssopus officinalis

Hyssop

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Common Name:

Hyssop

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

36°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

75 cm

Maximum width:

110 cm

Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) - Description

Hyssopus officinalis, hyssop is a herbaceous plant of the genus Hyssopus native to Southern Europe, the Middle East, and the region surrounding the Caspian Sea. Due to its properties as an antiseptic, cough reliever, and expectorant, it is commonly used as an aromatic herb and medicinal plant.

Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) - Blooming

Blooms tubular flowers in whorls. The flowers attract bees and butterflies.

Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) - Growth

Aromatic herbaceous perennials and evergreen shrubs, occuring mostly in dry, sandy, and rocky areas. Grows best with full sun exposure. H. officinalis is an often cultivated species, with aromatic foliage and flowers. Works well in a rock garden or herb garden. Can also be grown in containers, or as low hedges.

Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) - Planting

Propagate from the seed. Sow in containers in a cold frame in fall. Cold frames are protective structures, located outside for propagating and growing plants. Propagate from softwood cuttings in summer. Softwood cuttings are cuttings taken from young, non-woody growth.

Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) - Pest

Uncommon.

Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) - Interesting facts

There are only about 5 known species of Hyssopus, native to sites from the Mediterranean to central Asia. The foliage of H. officinalis is used medicinally and in cooking.