Thymus hartvigii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Morales
Source:
ipni
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Lagascalia 19: 251 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348551
Common Names
- Thymus Hartvigii
- Hartvigii Thyme
- Hartvigii's Thyme
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thymus hartvigii (also called 'Candelilla', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia, and is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of 2,000–3,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Thymus hartvigii is a species of thyme that is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin conditions and digestive issues.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Thymus hartvigii sub. macrocalyx (Hartvig) R.MoralesFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thymus hartvigii has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are slender and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thymus hartvigii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Thymus hartvigii
Thymus hartvigii is native to Turkey and can be found in nurseries and garden centers that specialize in Turkish plants.
Thymus hartvigii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thymus hartvigii?
Thymus hartvigii
What is the common name of Thymus hartvigii?
Hartvig's Thyme
What is the natural habitat of Thymus hartvigii?
Thymus hartvigii is found in dry, sunny areas in western Asia.
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
Ramón Morales Valverde (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Morales' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:997336-1: Based on the initial data import