Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 12: 47 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000324867
Common Names
- Syrian Thyme
- Thyme Syriacus
- Thyme of Syria
Synonyms
- Thymus densus Čelak. [unknown]
Description
Thymus syriacus (also called Syrian thyme, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, grey-green leaves and small pink flowers. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky slopes and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Thymus syriacus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a culinary herb. It has a strong aroma and flavor which is used to season food and drinks. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including coughs, colds, and digestive issues.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Thymus syriacus var. syriacus
Thymus syriacus var. edentatus Jalas
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thymus syriacus has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thymus syriacus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Syria. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It should be pruned regularly to maintain a neat and tidy shape.
Where to Find Thymus syriacus
Thymus syriacus can be found in the Mediterranean region, from the Iberian Peninsula to the Middle East.
Thymus syriacus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thymus syriacus?
Thymus syriacus
What is the common name of Thymus syriacus?
Syrian Thyme
What is the natural habitat of Thymus syriacus?
Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region
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,