Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zygis
ID:
325659

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 591 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000324991



Common Names

  • Thymus zygis
  • Zygis Thyme
  • Wild Thyme


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Synonyms

  • Origanum zygis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Thymus angustifolius Salisb. [unknown]
  • Thymus loscosii oxyodontus Sennen & Pau [unknown]
  • Thymus oxyodontus fruticosus Sennen & Pau [unknown]
  • Thymus oxyodontus laxispicatus Sennen & Pau [unknown]

Description

Thymus zygis (also called Zygis thyme, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, grey-green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky slopes and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Thymus zygis is used as a culinary herb and in perfumes. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, and can be used to treat respiratory and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Thymus zygis sub. gracilis (Boiss.) R.Morales
Thymus zygis sub. sylvestris (Hoffmanns. & Link) Cout.
Thymus zygis sub. zygis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thymus zygis has white flowers with 4 petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymus zygis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny spot and watered regularly.

Where to Find Thymus zygis

Thymus zygis is native to the Mediterranean region, including Italy, Spain, and Portugal.

Thymus zygis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thymus zygis?

Thymus zygis

What is the natural habitat of Thymus zygis?

It is found in the mountains of Central Asia.

What are the medicinal uses of Thymus zygis?

It is used to treat respiratory conditions, digestive problems, and skin infections.

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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