Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
passerina
ID:
508713

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Coss. & Germ.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Syn. Anal. Fl. Paris , ed. 2: 360 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508045



Common Names

  • Thymelaea passerina
  • Passerine Thymelaea
  • Sparrow Thymelaea


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Synonyms

  • Lygia passerina Fasano [unknown]
  • Thymelaea arvensis Lam. [unknown]
  • Passerina stellera Ramond ex DC. [unknown]
  • Passerina passerina Huth [unknown]
  • Passerina arvensis Ball [unknown]
  • Stellera annua Salisb. [unknown]
  • Giardia arvensis (Lam.) C.Gerber [unknown]
  • Stellera passerina L. [unknown]
  • Daphne passerina E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Ligia passerina (L.) Fasano [unknown]
  • Passerina diarthronoides Griff. [unknown]
  • Passerina concinna Walp. [unknown]

Description

Thymelaea passerina (also called Winged Thyme, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in scrubland and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Thymelaea passerina has been used for ornamental purposes and as an ingredient in cosmetics and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thymelaea passerina is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymelaea passerina can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Plants should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Thymelaea passerina

Thymelaea passerina is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Italy, Greece, and Turkey.

Thymelaea passerina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thymelaea passerina?

Thymelaea passerina

What is the common name of Thymelaea passerina?

Sparrow Thymelaea

Where is Thymelaea passerina found?

Thymelaea passerina is found in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2605712: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
Jacques Nicolas Ernest Germain de Saint-Pierre (1814-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Germ.' in the authors string.