Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zygophorus
ID:
325665

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Morales

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 41: 93 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000324997



Common Names

  • Thymus zygophorus
  • Zygophorus Thyme
  • Creeping Thyme


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Description

Thymus zygophorus (also called Thyme of the Woods, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Europe. It grows to a height of 15-30 cm, with small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats in the Mediterranean region.

Uses & Benefits

Thymus zygophorus 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thymus zygophorus has small, pink flowers with four petals. The seeds are tiny and black, and the seedlings have short, thin stems and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymus zygophorus 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 zygophorus

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

Thymus zygophorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thymus zygophorus?

Thymus zygophorus

What is the natural habitat of Thymus zygophorus?

It is found in the mountains of Central Asia.

What are the medicinal uses of Thymus zygophorus?

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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