Mastic thyme, Spanish marjoram
Thymus mastichina
Family: Lamiaceae
What it is like
A herb.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Europe, Mediterranean, Portugal, Spain
How it is used for food
The leaves are used for seasoning. They are used in soups and stews. The leaves are also the source of a distilled oil called oil of wild marjoram. This is used to flavour meat, sauces and soups.
It is cultivated.
Edible parts
Leaves - flavouring, leaves - oil, flowers
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Almoraduz, Mejorana, Tomillo blanco