Thymus vulgaris L.

Adwarf evergreen shrub found on dry slopes, rocks, dry walls, stony banks, rough grassland and wasteland (Online Atlas of the British and Irish Flora 2012), and id woodlands in Mediterranean regions(Blancaet al.2009).

It is well adapted for growing in dry hot weather of the Mediterranean. It prefers light, permeable soil somewhat rich in organic matter and mineral fertilizing elements. The sandy soil found inland around the Mediterranean Sea is basic, low pH, and preferred by thyme (Blanca et al. 2009). However, it can also be found in similar climates around the world and is found in many gardens. The plant is hardy and has many adaptations to help it survive. The life cycle varies in the Mediterranean and mountainous areas.

Red List Category

Red List Criteria

Version

2014

Khela, S.

Blanca, G., Sez Goalons, L. & Allen, D.J.

Stanley, C. & Sez Goalons, L.

Global, European, EU 27 regional assessment: Least Concern (LC)

The species is native to the western Mediterranean region from the Iberian Peninsula to Italy. Considered as Least Concern due to its widespread distribution, stable populations and no major threats. The species is questionably endemic to Europe, and further research is required to confirm the origin of records from North Africa.