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Large Thyme

Thymus pulegioides

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Lamiales ›Family: Lamiaceae ›Genus: Thymus

About

Thymus pulegioides, common names broad-leaved thyme or lemon thyme, is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae, native to Europe. Growing to 5–25 cm (2–10 in) tall by 25 cm (10 in) wide, it is a small spreading subshrub with strongly aromatic leaves, and lilac pink flowers in early summer. The specific epithet pulegioides highlights its similarity to another species within Lamiaceae, Mentha pulegium (pennyroyal).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Large Thyme?
The scientific name of Large Thyme is Thymus pulegioides.
What kingdom does Large Thyme belong to?
Large Thyme belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Large Thyme belong to?
Large Thyme belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Large Thyme belong to?
Large Thyme belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Large Thyme belong to?
Large Thyme belongs to the order Lamiales.
What family does Large Thyme belong to?
Large Thyme belongs to the family Lamiaceae.
What genus does Large Thyme belong to?
Large Thyme belongs to the genus Thymus.