Thymus valdesii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gómez Nav. & R.Roselló
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Jornadas Medio Nat. Albacetense : 111 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000915465
Common Names
- Thymus valdesii
- Valdesii Thymus
- Thymus Valdesii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thymus valdesii (also called Valdes' Thyme, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It is found in humid montane forests and in rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Thymus valdesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thymus valdesii has white flowers with yellow centers and five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thymus valdesii is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It is not suitable for growing indoors.
Where to Find Thymus valdesii
Thymus valdesii can be found in the Mediterranean regions of Spain and Portugal.
Thymus valdesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thymus valdesii?
Thymus valdesii
What is the natural habitat of Thymus valdesii?
It is found in dry, rocky habitats in the Mediterranean region.
What is the flowering season of Thymus valdesii?
It flowers from April to June.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-460466: Based on the initial data import
Roberto Roselló Gimeno (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Roselló' in the authors string.
José Gómez Navarro: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gómez Nav.' in the authors string.