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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: LAMIACEAEGenus: 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)
Reason for growing: Medicinal, other use
