Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brullo & Furnari) Bräuchler
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 369(1): 18. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427463
Common Names
- Thymbra linearifolia
- Linear-Leaved Thymbra
- Linear-Leaved Savory
Description
Thymbra linearifolia (also called Linear-leaved Thymbra, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a creeping habit and can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers dry, sunny habitats such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Thymbra linearifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thymbra linearifolia is a small, yellow-green spike. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are slender and grass-like.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thymbra linearifolia is an evergreen shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring and can be harvested in late summer.
Where to Find Thymbra linearifolia
Thymbra linearifolia is native to the Mediterranean and can be found in dry grasslands.
Thymbra linearifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thymbra linearifolia?
Thymbra linearifolia
What type of plant is Thymbra linearifolia?
Thymbra linearifolia is a species of shrub in the family Lamiaceae.
Where is Thymbra linearifolia found?
Thymbra linearifolia is found in Greece.
Species in the Thymbra genus
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,