Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Perrier
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 81: 35 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000324661
Common Names
- Humbert's Benthamia
- Humbert Benthamia
- Benthamia humbertii
Description
Benthamia humbertii (also called Humbert's Thyme, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in dry and sunny habitats. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Benthamia humbertii is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal herb, and in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Benthamia humbertii has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a head. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Benthamia humbertii is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing, evergreen plant with small, grey-green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or division. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Benthamia humbertii
Benthamia humbertii can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey and in some parts of North Africa.
Benthamia humbertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Benthamia humbertii?
Benthamia humbertii
What is the common name of Benthamia humbertii?
Humbertii thyme
What is the natural habitat of Benthamia humbertii?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
Species in the Benthamia genus
Benthamia bathieana,
Benthamia calceolata,
Benthamia catatiana,
Benthamia chlorantha,
Benthamia cuspidata,
Benthamia dauphinensis,
Benthamia elata,
Benthamia exilis,
Benthamia flavida,
Benthamia glaberrima,
Benthamia herminioides,
Benthamia humbertii,
Benthamia longecalceata,
Benthamia macra,
Benthamia madagascariensis,
Benthamia majoriflora,
Benthamia melanopoda,
Benthamia misera,
Benthamia monophylla,
Benthamia nigrescens,
Benthamia nigro-vaginata,
Benthamia nivea,
Benthamia perfecunda,
Benthamia perularioides,
Benthamia praecox,
Benthamia procera,
Benthamia rostrata,
Benthamia verecunda,
Benthamia arenaria,
Benthamia barbata,
Benthamia grandiflora,
Benthamia hispidissima,
Benthamia idahoensis,
Benthamia boiteaui,
Benthamia bosseri,
Benthamia africana,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,