Family: Lamiaceae
creeping thyme, mother-of-thyme
Theodore S. Cochrane
Robert W. Freckmann
Etymology: Thymus: ancient Greek name for Thyme, probably from thyein for "to burn for perfume, referring to its use as incense
Plants: perennial forb, aromatic; stems square
Leaves: opposite, main leaves toothless
Flowers: 5-parted,
Fruits: 1-seeded nutlet
Conservation Status: Introduced - escaped
Plants: perennial forb, aromatic; stems square
Leaves: opposite, main leaves toothless
Flowers: 5-parted,
Fruits: 1-seeded nutlet
Conservation Status: Introduced - escaped
USDA Plants Database: Federal Distribution and detailed information including photos
Robert W. Freckmann
Emmet J. Judziewicz
Botanical Illustration
Theodore S. Cochrane
