Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucotrichus
ID:
324954

Status:
valid

Authors:
Halácsy

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Consp. Fl. Graec. 2: 561 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000324286



Common Names

  • Leucotrichus Thyme
  • Thyme of Leucotrichus
  • Thymus leucotrichus


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Description

Thymus leucotrichus (also called White-haired Thyme, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, grey-green leaves and pink, white, or purple flowers. It grows in sunny, dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Thymus leucotrichus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a culinary herb. It is also used to treat digestive issues, respiratory ailments, and skin conditions.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Thymus leucotrichus sub. leucotrichus
Thymus leucotrichus sub. neiceffii (Degen & Urum.) Jalas

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, pinkish-purple flowers. Seed: small, dark brown seeds. Seedlings: small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymus leucotrichus is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Thymus leucotrichus

Thymus leucotrichus can be found in the Mediterranean region, in the western part of the Middle East, and in North Africa.

Thymus leucotrichus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thymus leucotrichus?

Thymus leucotrichus

What is the natural habitat of Thymus leucotrichus?

Thymus leucotrichus is found in the mountains of the Mediterranean region

What are the common uses of Thymus leucotrichus?

Thymus leucotrichus is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive ailments

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,

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