Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
broussonetii
ID:
324461

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Voy. Bot. Espagne 2: 492 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323793

Common Names

  • Broussonetii Thyme
  • Broussonetii Thyme
  • Broussonetii Thyme

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Synonyms

  • Origanum broussonetii Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Thymus broussonetii (also called Broussonetii Thyme, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in rocky, dry, and sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Thymus broussonetii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and other respiratory problems. It is also used as a culinary herb to add flavor to dishes. It has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties which can help to reduce inflammation and improve immunity.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Thymus broussonetii sub. broussonetii
Thymus broussonetii sub. hannonis (Maire) R.Morales

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Thymus broussonetii are white or pink, and have a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymus broussonetii is a small evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Thymus broussonetii

Thymus broussonetii can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Thymus broussonetii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thymus broussonetii?

Thymus broussonetii

What is the common name of Thymus broussonetii?

Broussonet's Thyme

What is the natural habitat of Thymus broussonetii?

Mountain meadows and rocky slopes

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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