Cat thyme
Teucrium marum
Family: Lamiaceae
What it is like
A herb or shrub. It grows 30 cm high and spreads 30 cm wide.
It is used in medicine.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant. It suits hardiness zone 9.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Europe, France, Mediterranean (country/location of origin), Spain, Tasmania
How it is used for food
The flowering aerial parts are used for making a liqueur.
It is cultivated.
Edible parts
Flowers - drink