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Medicinal

T. herba-barona is an endemic species from Corsica and Sardinia. Traditionally it is known as a diaphoretic, sedative, antiseptic and antimycotic and its essential oils are used for their expectorant and antiseptic properties.
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Geographical distribution

  • Europe, Southeastern Europe, Italy
  • Europe, Southwestern Europe, France

Thymus herba-barona Loisel.

Family: LAMIACEAE
Genus: Thymus
Species: herba-barona Loisel.
Common names: Caraway Thyme
Distribution summary: Corsica, Sardinia
Habit: Shrub
Hardiness: H4 - Hardy; average winter
Garden status: Currently grown
Garden location: Europe & Mediterranean (E), Plants in pots (POT)
Reason for growing: Medicinal, other use


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