Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
bulgarica
ID:
1249357

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cheshm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Bocconea 5: 607 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001248695


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Description

Thymelaea bulgarica (also called Bulgarian thyme, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Balkans. It is a small shrub with a height of 0.5 to 1 meter and has small, fragrant leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Thymelaea bulgarica has been used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thymelaea bulgarica is a small, white, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymelaea bulgarica is a shrub that can be propagated through cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Thymelaea bulgarica requires little maintenance and can tolerate a wide range of soils and climates.

Where to Find Thymelaea bulgarica

Thymelaea bulgarica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, Turkey, and North Africa.

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

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