Status:
valid
Authors:
Vasjukov
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. S.S.S.R. 101: 1245 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348192
Common Names
- Thymus jurtzevii
- Jurtzevii Thyme
- Jurtzevii Thymus
Description
Thymus jurtzevii (also called 'Jurtzev's Thymus', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky areas and dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Thymus jurtzevii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a low-maintenance groundcover. It is also used as a food source for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Thymus jurtzevii is white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thymus jurtzevii is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated through seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Thymus jurtzevii
Thymus jurtzevii can be found in the arid regions of Western Australia and South Australia.
Thymus jurtzevii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thymus jurtzevii?
Thymus jurtzevii
What is the common name of Thymus jurtzevii?
Jurtzevii Thymus
What is the natural habitat of Thymus jurtzevii?
Mountain meadows and grasslands
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,