Thymus zygis (Labiatae) Evergreen shrub

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Thymus zygis
Evergreen shrub
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The Thymus zygis plant species is found in S.W. Europe - Spain, Portugal. It is a member of the Labiatae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as T. tenuifolius.

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Latin Name:  Thymus zygis
Family:  Labiatae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry sunny hills.

Edible Uses: The leaves are used as a condiment[177, 183]. If the leaves are to be dried, the plants should be harvested in early and late summer just before the flowers open and the leaves should be dried quickly[200].

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