Thymus hyemalis

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, Spain

How it is used for food

The flowering aerial parts are used for herbal tea. They are also used as seasoning for olives, rice and meat dishes.

Edible parts

Leaves, flowers - tea

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Tomillo negro

Synonyms

Origanum hyemale (Lange) Kuntze; and others