Thyme

Scientific classification

Kingdom:	Plantae
Division:	Magnoliophyta
Class:	Magnoliopsida
Order:	Lamiales
Family:	Lamiaceae
Genus:	*Thymus*
Species:	*vulgaris*

Binomial name

Thymus vulgaris

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is a very commonly used culinary herb. It is a Mediterranean perennial which is best suited to well-drained soils and enjoys full sun. Varieties include

English thyme, the most commonly used variety
French thyme, similar to English thyme
Citrus thymes
- Lemon
- Lime
- Orange balsam
Caraway thyme

Thyme is often used to flavour meats. In France thyme is used in a bouquet garni. In Jordan the condiment zahtar contains thyme as vital ingredient.

This herb is widely used in West Indian cuisine.

Woolly thyme and creeping thyme are not culinary herbs but are attractive ground covers.

Thyme is a member of the mint family, Lamiaceae.