Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thymbra
ID:
305225

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 567 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000304557



Common Names

  • Thymbra Savory
  • Thymbra Winter Savory
  • Thyme-leaved Winter Savory


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Synonyms

  • Micromeria thymbra Kostel. [unknown]
  • Satureja biroi Javorka [unknown]
  • Satureja collina Salisb. [unknown]
  • Satureja hispida Ehrh. [unknown]
  • Satureja tragoriganum Tausch [unknown]
  • Thymbra hirsuta Pers. [unknown]
  • Thymbra hirsutissima Vent. ex Pers. [unknown]
  • Thymus hirsutissimus Poir. [unknown]
  • Thymus tragoriganum L. [unknown]
  • Clinopodium thymbra Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Satureja thymbra (also called Thyme-Leaved Savory, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 0.5 m and has small, dark green leaves and white flowers. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Satureja thymbra is used as an ornamental plant and for traditional medicine. It is also used to make a tea to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Satureja thymbra has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow centres. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Satureja thymbra is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in a container or in the ground. It is best to start the seeds in a warm, moist environment and to keep the soil moist until the seedlings emerge. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted to their permanent location. Pruning and fertilizing may be necessary to promote healthy growth.

Where to Find Satureja thymbra

Satureja thymbra can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Satureja thymbra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Satureja thymbra?

Satureja thymbra

What is the natural habitat of Satureja thymbra?

Dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides

What are the common uses of Satureja thymbra?

Used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and as a medicinal plant

Species in the Satureja genus

Satureja adamovicii, Satureja aintabensis, Satureja amani, Satureja atropatana, Satureja bachtiarica, Satureja boissieri, Satureja bzybica, Satureja caroli-paui, Satureja cilicica, Satureja coerulea, Satureja cuneifolia, Satureja edmondi, Satureja exspectata, Satureja fukarekii, Satureja hellenica, Satureja hortensis, Satureja horvatii, Satureja icarica, Satureja innota, Satureja intermedia, Satureja intricata, Satureja isophylla, Satureja kallarica, Satureja khuzistanica, Satureja kitaibelii, Satureja laxiflora, Satureja linearifolia, Satureja macrantha, Satureja metastasiantha, Satureja montana, Satureja mutica, Satureja orjenii, Satureja pallsryi, Satureja parnassica, Satureja pilosa, Satureja rumelica, Satureja sahendica, Satureja salzmannii, Satureja spicigera, Satureja spinosa, Satureja subnuda, Satureja subspicata, Satureja taurica, Satureja thymbra, Satureja visianii, Satureja wiedemanniana, Satureja delpozoi, Satureja avromanica, Satureja kermanshahensis, Satureja jalapensis,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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