Lemon thyme

Lemon thyme (Thymus pulegioides)

Lemon thyme, also known as Broad-leaved thyme, Creeping thyme

Lemon thyme (Thymus pulegioides) is primarily found in Europe and parts of northeastern North America. This aromatic herb, noted for its lemon-like scent, thrives in meadows, sunny slopes, rocky areas, and along roadsides. It is also popular in rock gardens. Lemon thyme is widely used in culinary recipes for its unique flavor, such as in marinades, soups, and roasted dishes, and it’s occasionally used to brew flavored tea.

Key Facts About Lemon thyme

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Attributes of Lemon thyme

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Height
25 cm
Spread
25 cm
Leaf Color
Green Yellow
Flower Size
6 mm
Flower Color
Pink Purple

Scientific Classification of Lemon thyme

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Lamiales
Family
Mint
Genus
Thymes
Species
Lemon thyme