Status:
valid
Authors:
Čelak.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Flora 66: 150 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323930
Common Names
- Daenensis Thymus
- Daenensis Thymus Orchid
- Daenensis Thymus Flower
Synonyms
- Thymus fallax daenensis (Čelak.) Rech.f. [unknown]
Description
Thymus daenensis (also called Daen Thyme, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial plant with small, ovate leaves and pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Thymus daenensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a culinary herb. It is also used in aromatherapy and has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Thymus daenensis sub. daenensis
Thymus daenensis sub. lancifolius (Čelak.) Jalas
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thymus daenensis is a small, pink flower with four petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thymus daenensis is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist soil. Division is done in the spring or fall and the root clumps should be replanted in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Thymus daenensis
Thymus daenensis is native to the Mediterranean region, including in Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Thymus daenensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thymus daenensis?
Thymus daenensis
What is the common name of Thymus daenensis?
Daen Thyme
What is the natural habitat of Thymus daenensis?
It is native to the Middle East
Species in the Thymus genus
Thymus adamovicii,
Thymus aitanae,
Thymus alatauensis,
Thymus albicans,
Thymus alfredae,
Thymus algeriensis,
Thymus almeriensis,
Thymus almijarensis,
Thymus alpestris,
Thymus altaicus,
Thymus alternans,
Thymus amurensis,
Thymus antoninae,
Thymus aragonensis,
Thymus arcanus,
Thymus arcuatus,
Thymus arenarius,
Thymus argaeus,
Thymus armuniae,
Thymus arsenijevii,
Thymus artvinicus,
Thymus arundanus,
Thymus athous,
Thymus atlanticus,
Thymus atticus,
Thymus aznavourii,
Thymus baeticus,
Thymus baicalensis,
Thymus bashkiriensis,
Thymus beltraniae,
Thymus benitorum,
Thymus bermius,
Thymus bihoriensis,
Thymus bleicherianus,
Thymus boissieri,
Thymus bornmuelleri,
Thymus borysthenicus,
Thymus borzygis,
Thymus bovei,
Thymus brachychaetus,
Thymus brachychilus,
Thymus bracteatus,
Thymus bracteosus,
Thymus bractichina,
Thymus brevipetiolatus,
Thymus broussonetii,
Thymus bulgaricus,
Thymus bulsanensis,
Thymus caespititius,
Thymus calcareus,
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,