Thymus dolopicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Formánek
Source:
wcs
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Deutsche Bot. Monatsschr. 15: 75 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323967
Common Names
- Dolopic Thyme
- Thyme of the Dolopics
- Dolopicus Thyme
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- Thymus euboeus Halácsy [unknown]
Description
Thymus dolopicus (also called Dolopic 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 dolopicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a culinary herb. It has a strong, spicy aroma and flavor and is used to season soups, stews, and sauces. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thymus dolopicus is a small, pinkish-purple flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.
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Thymus dolopicus 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 dolopicus
Thymus dolopicus is native to the Mediterranean region, including in Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Thymus dolopicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thymus dolopicus?
Thymus dolopicus
What is the common name of Thymus dolopicus?
Dolopic Thyme
What is the natural habitat of Thymus dolopicus?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-204699: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Formánek (1845-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Formánek' in the authors string.