Sauce thyme
Thymus zygis
Family: Lamiaceae
What it is like
A herb.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Europe, Mediterranean, North Africa, Portugal, Spain
How it is used for food
The leaves and flowers are used as a condiment. They are used to flavour meat stews.
Edible parts
Leaves - condiment, spice, flowers - flavouring
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Tomillo aceitunero, Senserino, Tomillo sansero